{"title":"Maples","description":"Maples for Minnesota landscapes — shade-giving sugar and red maples, columnar and weeping forms, plus compact Japanese-style cultivars rated for zone 4. Brilliant fall color guaranteed.","products":[{"product_id":"alpenglow-maple","title":"Alpenglow Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Small, Ultra-Hardy Maple With Red Samaras and Crimson Fall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpenglow Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer tataricum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Alpenglow') is a compact, upright Tatarian maple that lights up twice a year — first with showy clusters of bright red samaras (winged seeds) in summer, then with brilliant crimson-red fall color. At a manageable 15–20 feet, it's tough, adaptable, and exceptionally cold-hardy, thriving where full-size shade trees won't fit. Whether you want a small specimen by a Minneapolis patio, a hardy boulevard tree in St. Paul, or a four-season ornamental in an Eden Prairie bed, Alpenglow delivers big color on a small frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlpenglow Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer tataricum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Alpenglow'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlpenglow Maple, Alpenglow Tatarian Maple, Tatarian Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–15 feet — upright, rounded habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 1–1.5 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade — best fall color and samara display in full sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall once established; quite adaptable to dry spells.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — extremely cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and a wide pH range. Prefers well-drained loam.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — clean green summer leaves; showy bright red samaras (winged seeds) in summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant crimson-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — one of the hardiest ornamental maples available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect young stems the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — Tatarian maple is native to southeastern Europe and western Asia. Tough and hardy; it can self-seed, so site it where stray seedlings are easy to manage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlpenglow Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmall-Space Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a mature 15–20 feet, Alpenglow fits a courtyard, entry bed, or patio corner where a full-size maple would overwhelm. Its upright, rounded form and twin seasons of color — red samaras in summer, crimson leaves in fall — make it a standout focal point on a small Twin Cities lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough Boulevard and Street Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTatarian maples are famously durable, tolerating clay, a wide pH range, and urban conditions, which makes Alpenglow a dependable small street or boulevard tree where overhead space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFour-Season Accent and Informal Screen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe showy red samaras give it midsummer interest most small trees lack, and planted in a row 8–12 feet apart it forms a tough, hardy informal screen with a wall of fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Alpenglow Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Alpenglow Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for clay hardpan — if water pools and won't drain, break through the clay layer or mound-plant slightly to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 12–15 feet of clearance; space an informal screen or hedge 8–12 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Alpenglow Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the plant doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Alpenglow is very low-maintenance and quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply every 7–14 days when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Alpenglow Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's a Tatarian maple rated to USDA zone 3 and is one of the hardiest ornamental maples you can plant, fully at home anywhere in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays small — about 15–20 feet tall and 12–15 feet wide — which makes it ideal for courtyards, patios, and tight spots where a large maple won't fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the red \"flowers\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e Those eye-catching red clusters in summer are the samaras (winged seeds), not flowers — they're the signature feature of Alpenglow and give it a long season of color before the leaves even turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Tatarian maple is native to southeastern Europe and western Asia. It's extremely tough and hardy, but it can self-seed, so plant it where occasional volunteer seedlings are easy to pull or mow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Alpenglow handles Minnesota clay-loam and a wide pH range, which makes it one of the easiest small ornamental trees to place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame Amur Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small, ultra-hardy maple with brilliant red fall color for tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tidy red maple with early, brilliant scarlet fall color for mid-size lots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cold-hardy upright Japanese maple bred at the University of Minnesota.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a native sugar maple selected for fiery scarlet-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServiceberry\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small native tree with spring flowers, edible berries, and orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Alpenglow Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpenglow is a small ornamental tree maturing 12–15 feet wide, usually planted as a single specimen by a patio or entry. Give one tree 12–15 feet of clearance from buildings and other trees. For an informal screen or a row of fall color, space trees 8–12 feet apart. For a loose grouping, plant 3 spaced about 10 feet apart so the canopies just touch at maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlpenglow Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small greenish flowers open as the leaves emerge, offering early pollen before the foliage fills in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean green leaves set off showy clusters of bright red samaras (winged seeds) — the signature midsummer show most small trees lack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage turns brilliant crimson-red, lighting up the small frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare, the upright rounded branching adds quiet structure to the bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant (once established)   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flame-amur-maple\"\u003eFlame Amur Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a small, ultra-hardy maple with brilliant red fall color for tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/autumn-brilliance-serviceberry\"\u003eAutumn Brilliance Serviceberry\u003c\/a\u003e — a small native tree with spring flowers, edible berries, and orange-red fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/brandywine-red-maple\"\u003eBrandywine Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a larger red maple to echo the crimson fall color on a bigger scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/autumn-blaze-maple\"\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a fast, reliable red-orange fall-color maple for the main shade canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Alpenglow Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpenglow thrives in full sun (where the samaras and fall color peak) on almost any soil, including clay, and shrugs off cold, drought, and urban stress on a tidy 15–20 foot frame. Not a fit if you need a large, fast shade tree, or if you can't tolerate the occasional volunteer seedling — site it where stray seedlings are easy to pull or mow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#7 Gallon","offer_id":54169959268657,"sku":"T0413","price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#20 Gallon","offer_id":54179809493297,"sku":"T0415","price":246.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Alpenglow_maple_15_5ec732a1-bc57-4fbc-9006-8a369e6821ae.jpg?v=1778451784"},{"product_id":"arctic-jade-maple","title":"Arctic Jade Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Multi-Color Japanese Maple Bred for Zone 4 Minnesota\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArctic Jade Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003epseudosieboldianum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Arctic Jade') finally brings the Japanese maple look to cold-climate gardens — a Korean maple × Japanese maple cross from the Jade series, bred specifically for zone 4 hardiness (about -25°F). It carries finely cut foliage on an upright, rounded frame and lights up in a brilliant blend of yellow, orange, and red each fall. Reaching a manageable 12–15 feet, it's a refined four-season specimen. Whether you want an elegant focal point in a Plymouth entry bed, a sheltered accent in a Maple Grove garden, or a small ornamental tree in Edina, Arctic Jade makes it possible in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArctic Jade Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003epseudosieboldianum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Arctic Jade'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArctic Jade Maple, Arctic Jade Japanese Maple, Jade-series Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–15 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–12 feet — upright, rounded habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate — about 8–14 inches per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart shade preferred — give it afternoon shade and shelter from harsh sun and wind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers consistent moisture, especially in the first two years; tolerates short dry spells once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — reliable to about -25°F, hardy for a Japanese-type maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil — amend Minnesota clay-loam with compost. Avoid soggy or high-pH spots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — finely cut, palmate leaves; subtle red spring flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-color — a brilliant blend of yellow, orange, and red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA Jade-series hybrid bred for zone 4 — reliable with a sheltered site and first-winter protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — a hybrid of Korean maple and Japanese maple, bred for cold hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArctic Jade Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardy Specimen and Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArctic Jade's upright, rounded form and multi-color fall display make it a standout specimen by an entry, patio, or garden corner — a Japanese maple you can plant with real confidence in the Twin Cities. Site it where a building, fence, or larger plants buffer harsh winter wind and intense afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFour-Season Small Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle red spring flowers, finely cut summer foliage, a yellow-orange-red fall blend, and a graceful winter silhouette give Arctic Jade interest in every season — a refined small tree for foundation beds and courtyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShade and Woodland Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the dappled light of mature oaks and maples, Arctic Jade thrives where afternoon sun is filtered — an elegant addition to a shaded Minnesota woodland or Japanese-style garden alongside hostas, ferns, and other shade plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Arctic Jade Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e so it has the full growing season to establish roots before its first winter — the safest choice for a marginally hardy plant in our climate. \u003cstrong\u003eEarly fall (late August–mid September)\u003c\/strong\u003e can also work if you plant early enough to root in before freeze and protect it the first winter. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Arctic Jade Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sheltered spot first — protection from harsh afternoon sun and winter wind matters more than anything else for a Japanese maple in Minnesota.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure good drainage — Japanese maples hate wet feet. If water pools, break through clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with native soil mixed with 25–30% compost to lighten clay and add the slightly acidic organic matter Japanese maples prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk, to insulate roots through winter. Never use gravel mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Arctic Jade Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 4–6 days during active growth — Japanese maples like steady moisture and dislike drying out. Ease off as rainfall allows. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so it doesn't push tender growth into winter. A deep soak just before freeze-up helps it ride out winter desiccation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Arctic Jade still prefers more consistent moisture than a typical shade tree — water deeply every 5–10 days during dry spells, especially in hot weather, and mulch well to keep roots cool and evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Arctic Jade Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's a Jade-series hybrid bred for zone 4 (about -25°F). Give it a sheltered site out of winter wind and, in its first winter or two, wrap or shelter the young plant and mulch the roots heavily for insurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e Afternoon shade is best. Full Minnesota afternoon sun can scorch the fine foliage, so site it for morning sun and dappled or filtered light later in the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — it's a hybrid of Korean maple and Japanese maple, bred specifically for cold hardiness. It's not a native, but it's developed for our climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e About 12–15 feet tall and 10–12 feet wide — a manageable small specimen tree that suits most Twin Cities gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates clay-loam if drainage is good and you amend with compost. It won't tolerate soggy ground — good drainage and a slightly acidic, organic soil produce the best plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the flagship University of Minnesota cold-hardy upright Japanese maple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce Dragon Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a hardy, compact cascading Jade-series Japanese maple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cold-hardy lace-leaf Japanese maple with cascading foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigami Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — an upright cold-hardy hybrid Japanese maple with orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame Amur Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small, ultra-hardy maple with brilliant red fall color for tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Arctic Jade Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArctic Jade is a 10–12 foot-wide specimen maple, so a single plant makes a complete focal point beside an entry, patio, or garden corner. For a layered woodland or Japanese-style planting, set them in a loose group of 3 spaced about 10–12 feet apart so each upright, rounded crown has room without crowding. As an understory accent under high oak shade, 12–15 feet of spacing keeps the canopies distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArctic Jade Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely cut leaves push out alongside subtle red flowers, giving the canopy a fresh, lacy texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool green, deeply divided foliage holds its form in dappled light and afternoon shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The signature show — a brilliant blend of yellow, orange, and red across the upright crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A graceful, twiggy silhouette adds quiet structure to a sheltered bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/north-wind-maple\"\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the flagship U of M cold-hardy upright Japanese maple to pair as a matched set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ice-dragon-maple\"\u003eIce Dragon Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a cascading Jade-series maple that contrasts beautifully with Arctic Jade's upright form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/velvet-viking-japanese-maple\"\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a hardy lace-leaf maple for the lower, cascading layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/origami-maple\"\u003eOrigami Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — another upright cold-hardy hybrid with orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Arctic Jade Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArctic Jade thrives in a sheltered, part-shade site with morning sun, afternoon shade, and well-drained, slightly acidic soil amended with compost — ideal beside a protected entry, patio, or woodland edge in the Twin Cities. It's not a fit if your only spot bakes in full Minnesota afternoon sun and wind or stays soggy, where the fine foliage scorches and the roots struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#15 Gallon","offer_id":54169959694641,"sku":"T0400","price":685.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#6 Gallon","offer_id":54179720266033,"sku":"T0397","price":260.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Artic_jade_maple_8a259c96-f256-40fc-8d0d-27cde71d9fa9.jpg?v=1778451850"},{"product_id":"crimson-sentry-maple","title":"Crimson Sentry Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVertical Purple Drama for Tight Minnesota Yards\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer platanoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Crimson Sentry') packs the rich, deep-purple foliage of a Crimson King into a narrow, upright column just 12–15 feet wide. At a mature 20–25 feet, it delivers bold season-long color and vertical structure where a spreading shade tree would never fit. Like other Norway maples it's tough — adaptable to clay, compacted, and urban soils — and reliably hardy through USDA zone 4. Whether you want a striking accent in a Minnetonka entry bed, a slim street tree in St. Louis Park, or a vertical purple statement in a Bloomington courtyard, Crimson Sentry brings the drama in a small footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer platanoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Crimson Sentry'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple, Columnar Purple Norway Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–25 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–15 feet — narrow, upright column\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate — about 1–1.5 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) — full sun gives the richest purple foliage color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall once established; quite adaptable to dry spells.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — very cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, compacted, and urban soils. Prefers well-drained loam but handles tough sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — deep purple all season; yellow spring flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple-bronze\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — native to Europe. A tough, adaptable ornamental; its narrow form keeps its dense shade contained, but place it where you don't need lawn directly beneath.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNarrow Purple Accent for Tight Spaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 12–15 feet wide, Crimson Sentry fits a narrow side yard, a small front bed, or a tight urban lot while still delivering bold, season-long purple color. It's one of the few purple-leaf maples slim enough for confined spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVertical Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong, narrow column makes a dramatic statement flanking an entry, marking the corners of a formal bed, or providing a dark backdrop for lighter foliage and flowers in a Twin Cities landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSlim Street and Boulevard Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTough enough for urban soil and compact enough for narrow rights-of-way, Crimson Sentry works as a street-side accent. Keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray for best appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Crimson Sentry Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Crimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for clay hardpan — if water pools and won't drain, break through the clay layer or mound-plant slightly to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single accent 12–15 feet of clearance; keep it away from spots where you want lawn directly beneath, since Norway maples shade and root densely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Crimson Sentry Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Crimson Sentry is very low-maintenance and quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply every 7–14 days when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Crimson Sentry Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's a Norway maple rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the purple color last all summer?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Crimson Sentry holds rich, deep-purple foliage from spring through fall, finishing purple-bronze. Color is deepest in full sun — too much shade can dull it toward green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow wide does it really get?\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays narrow — about 12–15 feet wide — which is exactly why it's so useful for tight lots. Plan for that width near walls, but it won't sprawl like a standard maple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Norway maple is native to Europe. It's a tough, adaptable ornamental; its narrow form keeps its dense shade contained, but place it where you don't need lawn directly underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay and urban soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well. Norway maples handle compacted, clay, and tough city soils better than most trees, which makes Crimson Sentry reliable on hard urban lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Red Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same dramatic purple foliage on a full-size, broad-canopy tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColumnar Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, narrow green-leaf columnar maple with yellow fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a slim, columnar red maple with golden-orange fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Rocket Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a narrow, upright red maple with bright red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmerald Lustre Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough green-leaf Norway maple with golden fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Crimson Sentry Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrimson Sentry works best as a vertical accent rather than a hedge. Plant a single column as a focal point in an entry bed, or a matched pair flanking a door or driveway spaced 15+ ft apart. For a formal rhythm along a long drive or property line, repeat trees every 14–16 ft — the 12–15 ft crowns will just touch for a stately purple colonnade without crowding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small clusters of yellow flowers pop against emerging deep-purple leaves — a striking early-season contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds rich, near-black purple foliage through the heat; the dense narrow column reads like a living exclamation point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage deepens to purple-bronze before dropping — a moodier finish than the orange-red maples around it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tight, upright branch structure keeps its architectural presence even bare, especially flanking an entry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/columnar-norway-maple\"\u003eColumnar Norway Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the green-leaf counterpart; alternate them for a purple-and-green columnar rhythm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/armstrong-gold-red-maple\"\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a slim columnar maple whose golden-orange fall color plays off Crimson Sentry's purple-bronze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-rocket-maple\"\u003eRed Rocket Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — another narrow upright maple, with fiery red fall color for contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crimson-spire-oak\"\u003eCrimson Spire Oak\u003c\/a\u003e — a columnar oak with russet-red fall color and the same tight footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Crimson Sentry Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you have a full-sun, tight space — a narrow side yard, small front bed, or urban lot — and want bold purple foliage with real vertical presence on tough clay or compacted soil. It's not a fit if you want grass growing right up to the trunk: like all Norway maples, its dense shade and shallow roots will out-compete lawn directly beneath, so plan for mulch or shade-tolerant groundcover at its feet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54169960251697,"sku":"T0225","price":274.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 Gallon","offer_id":54179722264881,"sku":"T0230","price":315.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Crimson_sentey_norway_maple_10_c909507f-4bdb-459b-a45f-520bdcac6857.jpg?v=1778451908"},{"product_id":"ice-dragon-maple","title":"Ice Dragon Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Cascading Cold-Hardy Japanese Maple With Crimson Minnesota Fall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIce Dragon Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × 'Ice Dragon') is a breakthrough cold-hardy Japanese-maple hybrid bred for our climate — a Jade-series selection with a graceful, cascading habit and brilliant crimson fall color. Reliable to USDA zone 4 (about -25°F), it stays compact at 12–15 feet and brings the weeping lace-leaf look to gardens where standard Japanese maples simply won't survive. Whether you want a living-sculpture focal point in a Wayzata entry bed, a four-season jewel by a Shoreview patio, or an elegant accent in a Roseville courtyard, Ice Dragon makes it possible in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIce Dragon Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × 'Ice Dragon'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIce Dragon Maple, Ice Dragon Japanese Maple, Jade-series Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–15 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 feet — compact, cascading habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate — about 8–14 inches per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart shade preferred — give it afternoon shade and shelter from harsh sun and wind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers consistent moisture, especially in the first two years; tolerates short dry spells once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — reliable to about -25°F, hardy for a Japanese-type maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil — amend Minnesota clay-loam with compost. Avoid soggy or high-pH spots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — finely cut, cascading foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant crimson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA Jade-series hybrid bred for zone 4 — reliable with a sheltered site and first-winter protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — a cold-hardy Japanese-maple hybrid; species origins in Japan, Korea, and China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIce Dragon Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCascading Specimen and Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIce Dragon's weeping, finely cut foliage makes it a living sculpture — ideal as a focal point in a protected entry bed, beside a patio, or spilling over a low wall or boulder. Site it where a building, fence, or larger plants buffer harsh winter wind and afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContainer and Small-Space Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a compact 12–15 feet, Ice Dragon suits a large container or a tight planting bed on a sheltered Twin Cities patio. In a pot, give it extra winter protection — move it to an unheated garage or insulate the roots, since container roots are far less hardy than in-ground roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShade and Woodland Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the dappled light of mature oaks and maples, Ice Dragon thrives where afternoon sun is filtered — a graceful, cascading addition to a shaded Minnesota woodland or Japanese-style garden alongside hostas, ferns, and other shade plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Ice Dragon Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e so it has the full growing season to establish roots before its first winter — the safest choice for a marginally hardy plant in our climate. \u003cstrong\u003eEarly fall (late August–mid September)\u003c\/strong\u003e can also work if you plant early enough to root in before freeze and protect it the first winter. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Ice Dragon Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sheltered spot first — protection from harsh afternoon sun and winter wind matters more than anything else for a Japanese maple in Minnesota.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure good drainage — Japanese maples hate wet feet. If water pools, break through clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with native soil mixed with 25–30% compost to lighten clay and add the slightly acidic organic matter Japanese maples prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk, to insulate roots through winter. Never use gravel mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Ice Dragon Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 4–6 days during active growth — Japanese maples like steady moisture and dislike drying out. Ease off as rainfall allows. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so it doesn't push tender growth into winter. A deep soak just before freeze-up helps it ride out winter desiccation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Ice Dragon still prefers more consistent moisture than a typical shade tree — water deeply every 5–10 days during dry spells, especially in hot weather, and mulch well to keep roots cool and evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Ice Dragon Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's a Jade-series hybrid bred for zone 4 (about -25°F). Give it a sheltered site out of winter wind and, in its first winter or two, wrap or shelter the young plant and mulch the roots heavily for insurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e Afternoon shade is best. Full Minnesota afternoon sun can scorch the fine cascading foliage, so site it for morning sun and dappled or filtered light later in the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Japanese maples come from Japan, Korea, and China. Ice Dragon is a specially bred cold-hardy hybrid in the Jade series that makes the look viable here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, in a large container on a sheltered patio — but container roots are much less winter-hardy, so move the pot to an unheated garage or heavily insulate it for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates clay-loam if drainage is good and you amend with compost. It won't tolerate soggy ground — good drainage and a slightly acidic, organic soil produce the best plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the flagship University of Minnesota cold-hardy upright Japanese maple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArctic Jade Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — another hardy Jade-series Japanese maple for Minnesota gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cold-hardy lace-leaf Japanese maple with cascading foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigami Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — an upright cold-hardy hybrid Japanese maple with orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame Amur Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small, ultra-hardy maple with brilliant red fall color for tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Ice Dragon Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne — Ice Dragon is a sculptural specimen, and a single tree carries an entry bed, patio corner, or courtyard on its own. Give it an 8–10 foot footprint so the cascading habit can develop unobstructed. In a larger Japanese-style garden, pair one Ice Dragon with one upright hardy hybrid (like North Wind) 10–12 feet away for a classic weeping-and-upright composition rather than planting several of the same form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIce Dragon Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely cut leaves unfurl fresh green over the layered, cascading branches — delicate texture from the first warm weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cool waterfall of lacy foliage; afternoon shade keeps the fine leaves unscorched through July heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The payoff — brilliant crimson color that rivals any maple in the yard, on a sculptural weeping frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bare cascading branch structure reads as living sculpture against snow; sheltered siting protects it from −25°F wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/north-wind-maple\"\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — upright U of M hardy Japanese maple for the classic weeping-plus-upright pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/arctic-jade-maple\"\u003eArctic Jade Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — sibling Jade-series hybrid with jade-green summer foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/velvet-viking-japanese-maple\"\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — lower, mounding lace-leaf to echo the cascade at ground level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/origami-maple\"\u003eOrigami Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — upright hardy hybrid with orange-red fall color for contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ice Dragon Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Ice Dragon if you have a sheltered spot with morning sun and afternoon shade, well-drained soil you can amend with compost, and you've always wanted the weeping Japanese-maple look that normally dies here — this Jade-series hybrid genuinely survives zone 4. It's not a fit for exposed, windy sites, soggy or strongly alkaline soil, or hot all-day-sun beds where the lacy foliage will scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#15 Gallon","offer_id":54169960284465,"sku":"T0402","price":823.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Gallon","offer_id":54179722330417,"sku":"T0400.9","price":192.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#6 Gallon","offer_id":54179722363185,"sku":"T0401","price":384.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Ice_dragon_maple_15_415b55ec-3a8b-4fa7-99c9-aaa1424a3371.jpg?v=1778451910"},{"product_id":"north-wind-maple","title":"North Wind Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Japanese Maple Bred at the U of M for Real Minnesota Cold\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth Wind Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003epseudosieboldianum\u003c\/em\u003e 'North Wind') is the gold standard for cold-hardy Japanese maples — a Korean maple × Japanese maple cross bred at the University of Minnesota for proven zone 4 hardiness. It carries the graceful, finely cut foliage and brilliant orange-red fall color Japanese maples are loved for, on a sturdy upright frame that reaches about 20 feet, and it handles more sun than most. Whether you want an elegant specimen by an Apple Valley patio, a four-season focal point in a Burnsville garden, or a hardy ornamental tree in Lakeville, North Wind brings Japanese maple beauty north.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNorth Wind Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003epseudosieboldianum\u003c\/em\u003e 'North Wind'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorth Wind Maple, North Wind Japanese Maple, Jade-series Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 15 feet — upright, rounded habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 12–18 inches per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade — more sun-tolerant than most Japanese maples, but afternoon shade is still ideal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers consistent moisture, especially in the first two years; tolerates short dry spells once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — reliable to about -25°F, one of the hardiest Japanese-type maples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil — amend Minnesota clay-loam with compost. Avoid soggy or high-pH spots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — finely cut, palmate leaves; red spring flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant orange-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBred at the University of Minnesota for proven zone 4 hardiness — the benchmark for cold-climate Japanese maples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — a hybrid of Korean maple and Japanese maple, selected at the U of M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNorth Wind Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardy Specimen and Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth Wind is the Japanese maple you can plant with confidence in the Twin Cities. Its upright 20-foot form and brilliant fall color make it a standout specimen by an entry, patio, or garden corner — and unlike fussier types, it tolerates more sun, widening where you can place it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFour-Season Small Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed spring flowers, finely cut summer foliage, brilliant orange-red fall color, and a graceful winter silhouette give North Wind interest in every season — a refined small tree for foundation beds and courtyards alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShade and Woodland Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's equally at home under the dappled light of mature oaks and maples, an elegant addition to a shaded Minnesota woodland or Japanese-style garden alongside hostas, ferns, and other shade plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant North Wind Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e so it has the full growing season to establish roots before its first winter. \u003cstrong\u003eEarly fall (late August–mid September)\u003c\/strong\u003e can also work if you plant early enough to root in before freeze and protect it the first winter. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant North Wind Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a good spot — North Wind tolerates more sun than most Japanese maples, but afternoon shade and shelter from winter wind still produce the best plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure good drainage — Japanese maples hate wet feet. If water pools, break through clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with native soil mixed with 25–30% compost to lighten clay and add the slightly acidic organic matter Japanese maples prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk, to insulate roots through winter. Never use gravel mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering North Wind Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 4–6 days during active growth — Japanese maples like steady moisture and dislike drying out. Ease off as rainfall allows. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so it doesn't push tender growth into winter. A deep soak just before freeze-up helps it ride out winter desiccation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established North Wind still prefers more consistent moisture than a typical shade tree — water deeply every 5–10 days during dry spells, especially in hot weather, and mulch well to keep roots cool and evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill North Wind Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the benchmark for it. North Wind was bred at the University of Minnesota for proven zone 4 hardiness (about -25°F), making it the most reliable Japanese-type maple for the Twin Cities. First-winter trunk wrapping and root mulch are still smart insurance on young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's more sun-tolerant than most Japanese maples and can take full sun in Minnesota, but afternoon shade still gives the cleanest foliage and best color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — it's a hybrid of Korean maple and Japanese maple, selected at the U of M. It's not a native, but it was developed right here specifically for our climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e About 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide — larger and more upright than most cold-hardy Japanese maples, so it reads as a true small specimen tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates clay-loam if drainage is good and you amend with compost. It won't tolerate soggy ground — good drainage and a slightly acidic, organic soil produce the best plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArctic Jade Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — another hardy Jade-series Japanese maple bred for zone 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce Dragon Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a hardy, compact cascading Jade-series Japanese maple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cold-hardy lace-leaf Japanese maple with cascading foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigami Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — an upright cold-hardy hybrid Japanese maple with orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame Amur Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small, ultra-hardy maple with brilliant red fall color for tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many North Wind Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth Wind is a specimen tree — one is the focal point of a bed or courtyard. Give a single tree about 15 feet of clearance from walls and other trees so the rounded, upright crown can spread evenly. In a larger Japanese-style or woodland garden, a staggered pair set 15–18 feet apart creates depth; underplant with shade perennials rather than crowding it with other small trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNorth Wind Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small red flowers open along the branches as the finely cut leaves unfold — new growth often carries a reddish tint before settling to green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A layered canopy of deeply cut, palmate foliage adds 12–18 inches of growth and gives the garden that unmistakable Japanese maple texture, even in more sun than most can take.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The headline act — foliage ignites to brilliant orange-red, among the best fall displays of any small tree hardy in zone 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A graceful, fine-twigged silhouette with smooth gray bark; mulch the roots well and wrap the young trunk the first winter or two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/arctic-jade-maple\"\u003eArctic Jade Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — its multi-color Jade-series sibling; the two make a stunning hardy Japanese maple pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ice-dragon-maple\"\u003eIce Dragon Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a compact, cascading Jade-series form for the foreground of the bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/velvet-viking-japanese-maple\"\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a true lace-leaf mound to layer beneath North Wind's upright frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flame-amur-maple\"\u003eFlame Amur Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — an ultra-hardy small maple to echo the orange-red fall show in a tighter or colder corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs North Wind Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's right for a sheltered spot with morning sun or dappled light, well-drained amended soil, and steady moisture — entries, courtyards, east-facing foundation beds, and woodland edges across the Twin Cities. It earns its premium price as the most reliable Japanese-type maple for zone 4. Not a fit if your site is soggy, high-pH, or blasted by winter wind on an open exposure — in those spots choose a Flame Amur Maple or red maple instead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#15 Gallon","offer_id":54169960317233,"sku":"T0410","price":685.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#7 Gallon","offer_id":54179722395953,"sku":"T0408","price":260.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#3 Gallon","offer_id":54179722428721,"sku":"T0407","price":164.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/North_wind_maple_7_2b27ead2-f110-45d6-9b59-bb46b6bd06d3.jpg?v=1778451912"},{"product_id":"origami-maple","title":"Origami Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAn Upright Japanese Maple Tough Enough for Zone 4 Minnesota\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigami Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × 'Origami') brings delicate Japanese maple character to cold-climate gardens in an upright, well-branched form that holds its shape through zone 4 winters. A cold-hardy hybrid reliable to roughly -25°F, it tops out around 12–15 feet, carries finely cut foliage all summer, and finishes the season in glowing orange-red. Whether you want a refined four-season specimen by a Chanhassen entry, a sheltered focal point in an Excelsior garden, or an elegant small tree in a Victoria courtyard, Origami makes the Japanese maple look achievable in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigami Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × 'Origami'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigami Maple, Origami Japanese Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–15 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 10 feet — upright, rounded habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate — about 8–14 inches per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart shade preferred — give it afternoon shade and shelter from harsh sun and wind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers consistent moisture, especially in the first two years; tolerates short dry spells once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — reliable to about -25°F, hardy for a Japanese maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil — amend Minnesota clay-loam with compost. Avoid soggy or high-pH spots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — finely cut foliage on an upright frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlowing orange-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA cold-hardy hybrid — reliable to zone 4 with a sheltered site and first-winter protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — Japanese maples originate in Japan, Korea, and China; 'Origami' is a cold-hardy hybrid selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigami Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUpright Specimen and Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigami's upright, well-branched habit makes it an elegant standalone specimen for a protected entry, courtyard, or patio corner. At 12–15 feet it gives more height than a mounding lace-leaf maple while keeping a refined, sculptural look. Site it where a building, fence, or larger plants buffer harsh winter wind and afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmall Four-Season Tree for Tight Beds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts modest footprint suits small Twin Cities lots and foundation beds where a full-size tree won't fit. The finely cut summer foliage and brilliant fall color give it interest from spring through frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShade and Woodland Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the dappled light of mature oaks and maples, Origami thrives where afternoon sun is filtered — a graceful addition to a shaded Minnesota woodland or Japanese-style garden, pairing well with hostas, ferns, and other shade plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Origami Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e so it has the full growing season to establish roots before its first winter — the safest choice for a marginally hardy plant in our climate. \u003cstrong\u003eEarly fall (late August–mid September)\u003c\/strong\u003e can also work if you plant early enough to root in before freeze and protect it the first winter. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Origami Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sheltered spot first — protection from harsh afternoon sun and winter wind matters more than anything else for a Japanese maple in Minnesota.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure good drainage — Japanese maples hate wet feet. If water pools, break through clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with native soil mixed with 25–30% compost to lighten clay and add the slightly acidic organic matter Japanese maples prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk — mulch is especially important here to insulate roots through winter. Never use gravel mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Origami Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 4–6 days during active growth — Japanese maples like steady moisture and dislike drying out. Ease off as rainfall allows. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so it doesn't push tender growth into winter. A deep soak just before freeze-up helps it ride out winter desiccation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Origami still prefers more consistent moisture than a typical shade tree — water deeply every 5–10 days during dry spells, especially in hot weather, and mulch well to keep roots cool and evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Origami Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's a cold-hardy hybrid reliable to about -25°F (zone 4). Give it a sheltered site out of winter wind and, in its first winter or two, wrap or shelter the young plant and mulch the roots heavily for insurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e Afternoon shade is best. Full Minnesota afternoon sun can scorch the fine foliage, so site it for morning sun and dappled or filtered light later in the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Japanese maples come from Japan, Korea, and China. 'Origami' is a specially selected cold-hardy hybrid that makes the species viable here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 12–15 feet tall and about 10 feet wide — taller and more upright than a mounding lace-leaf type, which makes it a good small specimen tree rather than a low accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates clay-loam if drainage is good and you amend with compost. It won't tolerate soggy ground — good drainage and a slightly acidic, organic soil produce the best plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cold-hardy lace-leaf Japanese maple with cascading foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cold-hardy upright Japanese maple bred for zone 4 with red-orange fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArctic Jade Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — another hardy Jade-series Japanese maple for Minnesota gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce Dragon Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a hardy, compact Japanese maple with cascading foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame Amur Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small, ultra-hardy maple with brilliant red fall color for tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Origami Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigami is a specimen tree — one is the classic use, sited as a focal point near an entry, patio, or courtyard with about 10–12 feet of clearance from walls and walks. In a larger shaded garden, a pair flanking a path or a loose grouping of 3 hardy Japanese maples with contrasting habits (upright Origami with a mounding lace-leaf like Ice Dragon) spaced 10–12 feet apart reads beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigami Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely cut new leaves unfurl in late spring — deliberately late, which helps it dodge Minnesota's last frosts — quickly forming a layered, sculptural canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate, deeply dissected green foliage holds its refined texture through heat, especially with afternoon shade and steady moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The payoff — the whole tree glows orange-red in October, one of the most luminous small-tree displays you can grow in zone 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The upright, finely branched silhouette is genuinely ornamental bare — a living sculpture against snow, especially uplit by an entry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/velvet-viking-japanese-maple\"\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a low, cascading lace-leaf to contrast Origami's upright frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/north-wind-maple\"\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a slightly larger zone-4 Japanese maple for a second focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/arctic-jade-maple\"\u003eArctic Jade Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a hardy Jade-series companion with lush green dissected foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ice-dragon-maple\"\u003eIce Dragon Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a compact cascading form for the front of the same sheltered bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Origami Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you have a sheltered spot with morning sun and afternoon shade, decent drainage, and you want true Japanese maple elegance that survives zone 4 — it's one of the most refined small specimen trees you can plant in the Twin Cities. It's not a fit for exposed, windy sites, soggy clay, or hot full-sun locations, where the fine foliage will scorch and winter dieback becomes likely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#15 Gallon","offer_id":54169960415537,"sku":"T0415.6","price":685.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Origami_maple_15_e201c1d0-6d51-4c0e-8042-09df646c0db5.jpg?v=1778451921"},{"product_id":"velvet-viking-japanese-maple","title":"Velvet Viking Japanese Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Lace-Leaf Japanese Maple That Actually Survives Minnesota Winters\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer palmatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Velvet Viking') finally brings genuine lace-leaf Japanese maple beauty to cold-climate gardens. It's a First Editions selection bred for exceptional hardiness — reliable to USDA zone 4 and roughly -25°F — with the finely dissected, cascading foliage Japanese maples are famous for and a brilliant orange-red fall finish. It stays small (8–10 feet) and works as a mounding specimen or a container centerpiece. Whether you're anchoring a sheltered entry garden in Maple Grove, adding a focal point to a Plymouth courtyard, or planting a four-season jewel in Brooklyn Park, Velvet Viking makes the Japanese maple dream possible in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer palmatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Velvet Viking'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple, Lace-Leaf Japanese Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 feet — mounding, spreading habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate — about 6–12 inches per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart shade preferred — give it afternoon shade and shelter from harsh sun and wind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers consistent moisture, especially in the first two years; tolerates short dry spells once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — reliable to about -25°F, unusually hardy for a Japanese maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil — amend Minnesota clay-loam with compost. Avoid soggy or high-pH spots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — finely dissected, cascading lace-leaf foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant orange-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne of the hardiest lace-leaf Japanese maples — reliable to zone 4 with a sheltered site and first-winter protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — Japanese maples originate in Japan, Korea, and China; 'Velvet Viking' is a cold-hardy First Editions selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSheltered Specimen and Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet Viking's cascading lace-leaf foliage makes it a living sculpture — perfect as a focal point in a protected entry bed, courtyard, or near a patio. Site it where a building, fence, or larger plants buffer it from harsh winter wind and intense afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContainer and Patio Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact 8–10 foot size suits a large container or raised planter on a sheltered Twin Cities patio. In a pot, give it extra winter protection — move it to an unheated garage or insulate the roots, since container roots are far less hardy than in-ground roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShade and Woodland Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the dappled light of mature oaks and maples, Velvet Viking thrives where afternoon sun is filtered — an elegant addition to a shaded Minnesota woodland or Japanese-style garden, pairing beautifully with hostas, ferns, and other shade plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Velvet Viking Japanese Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e so it has the full growing season to establish roots before its first winter — the safest choice for a marginally hardy plant in our climate. \u003cstrong\u003eEarly fall (late August–mid September)\u003c\/strong\u003e can also work if you plant early enough to root in before freeze and protect it the first winter. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Velvet Viking Japanese Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sheltered spot first — protected from harsh afternoon sun and winter wind is more important than anything else for a Japanese maple in Minnesota.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure good drainage — Japanese maples hate wet feet. If water pools, break through clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with native soil mixed with 25–30% compost to lighten clay and add the slightly acidic organic matter Japanese maples prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Mulch is especially important here to insulate roots through winter. Never use gravel mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Velvet Viking Japanese Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 4–6 days during active growth — Japanese maples like steady moisture and dislike drying out. Ease off as rainfall allows. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so it doesn't push tender growth into winter. A deep soak just before freeze-up helps it ride out winter desiccation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Velvet Viking still prefers more consistent moisture than a typical shade tree — water deeply every 5–10 days during dry spells, especially in hot weather, and mulch well to keep roots cool and evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Velvet Viking really survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's one of the few lace-leaf Japanese maples bred for it, reliable to about -25°F (zone 4). Give it a sheltered site out of winter wind and, in its first winter or two, wrap or shelter the young plant and mulch the roots heavily for insurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — afternoon shade is best. Full Minnesota afternoon sun can scorch the fine lace-leaf foliage, so site it where it gets morning sun and dappled or filtered light later in the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Japanese maples come from Japan, Korea, and China. 'Velvet Viking' is a specially selected, exceptionally cold-hardy cultivar that makes the species viable here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, in a large container on a sheltered patio — but container roots are much less winter-hardy, so move the pot to an unheated garage or heavily insulate it for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates clay-loam if drainage is good and you amend with compost. It will not tolerate soggy, poorly drained ground — good drainage and a slightly acidic, organic soil produce the best plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cold-hardy upright Japanese maple bred for zone 4 with red-orange fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArctic Jade Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — another hardy Jade-series Japanese maple for Minnesota gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce Dragon Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a hardy, compact Japanese maple with cascading foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame Amur Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small, ultra-hardy maple with brilliant red fall color for tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a narrow purple-leaf maple for bold foliage color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Velvet Viking Japanese Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne is the point — Velvet Viking is a specimen, and a single mounding plant carries an entry bed or courtyard on its own. Give it an 8–10 foot circle so the cascading habit can spread unpruned. On a larger shaded slope or in a Japanese-style garden, a staggered trio set 10–12 feet apart reads as a naturalistic grove; otherwise resist the urge to crowd it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVelvet Viking Japanese Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely cut leaves unfurl late (a frost-dodging advantage), draping the low mound in fresh lacy foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cascading, dissected canopy is at its most sculptural — cool green texture that reads like a living waterfall in dappled shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The payoff: brilliant orange-red color that glows against evergreens and stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The twisting, layered branch structure shows once leaves drop — elegant under snow, especially uplit near an entry. Mulch roots well the first winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/north-wind-maple\"\u003eNorth Wind Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a hardy upright Japanese maple to layer behind Velvet Viking's low mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/arctic-jade-maple\"\u003eArctic Jade Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a fellow zone-4 Jade-series maple for a multi-textured Japanese garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ice-dragon-maple\"\u003eIce Dragon Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a compact cascading companion with similar hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crimson-sentry-maple\"\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a narrow purple-leaf upright for bold color contrast nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Velvet Viking Japanese Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Velvet Viking if you can offer a sheltered spot with morning sun, afternoon shade, wind protection, and well-drained soil — and you've always wanted a true lace-leaf Japanese maple in zone 4. It's not a fit for exposed, windy sites, soggy clay, or hot full-sun beds: in the wrong spot the fine foliage scorches and winter dieback erases its charm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54169960481073,"sku":"T0199.8","price":133.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54179813458225,"sku":"T0200","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Velvet_viking_japanese_maple_5_3841f234-ef45-49bd-95af-c3b2f173f7c2.jpg?v=1778451922"},{"product_id":"sienna-glen-maple","title":"Sienna Glen Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Minnesota-Bred Maple With Fast Growth and a Flawless Form\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSienna Glen Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003efreemanii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sienna') is a Minnesota introduction from Bachman's — a Freeman maple (red maple × silver maple) selected for a beautifully symmetrical, pyramidal-to-oval form, strong central leader, and dependable orange-red to burgundy fall color. Bred right here for our climate, it's fast-growing, tolerant of clay and wetter ground, and reliably hardy through USDA zone 3. Whether you want quick, well-structured shade over a Woodbury backyard, a refined fall-color specimen in Maple Grove, or a tough boulevard tree in Lakeville, Sienna Glen combines speed, hardiness, and a near-perfect shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSienna Glen Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003efreemanii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sienna' (SIENNA GLEN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSienna Glen Maple, Sienna Maple, Freeman Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45–50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–35 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast — about 2–3 feet per year in Minnesota once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles both wetter and drier sites well, like its red and silver maple parents.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground; prefers moist, slightly acidic loam. Can show leaf yellowing in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — symmetrical pyramidal-oval canopy with a strong central leader\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange-red to burgundy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — bred in Minnesota for the Upper Midwest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA hybrid of native red maple and native silver maple; 'Sienna' is a Bachman's (Minnesota) selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSienna Glen Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Shade Tree With a Strong Frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSienna Glen grows quickly — 2–3 feet a year — but unlike older Freeman maples it was bred for a strong central leader and tight, even branching, so it develops a sturdy framework that handles Minnesota wind and wet snow. It's an excellent, quick-establishing emerald-ash-borer replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRefined Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts symmetrical pyramidal-oval crown and dependable orange-red to burgundy fall display make Sienna Glen one of the most polished lawn specimens you can plant — clean shape, reliable color, minimal pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoulevard and Group Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe uniform, predictable form lines a boulevard or fills a group planting beautifully, and its tolerance of urban and clay soils makes it dependable on tougher Twin Cities sites. Keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith both red and silver maple in its parentage, Sienna Glen tolerates the soggy, poorly drained corners of a property better than most shade trees — handy for low spots and rain-garden edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Sienna Glen Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Sienna Glen Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Sienna Glen tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance; space a row or allee 30–35 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Sienna Glen Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Sienna Glen largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Sienna Glen Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and was selected right here in Minnesota by Bachman's for our winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from Autumn Blaze?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sienna Glen is a Minnesota-bred Freeman maple known for an even more symmetrical form and a stronger central leader, giving it better resistance to storm breakage along with comparable fast growth and fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast — about 2–3 feet per year in good Minnesota soil, one of the quicker large maples you can plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a hybrid of two natives — red maple and silver maple — selected by Bachman's in Minnesota. It carries the toughness and wet-soil tolerance of both parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — very well. Both parent species grow in heavy, wet ground, so Sienna Glen tolerates clay-loam and low, soggy spots better than most shade trees, while also handling dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the popular fast-growing Freeman maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Freeman maple with deep burgundy-red fall and strong branch structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirefall Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a seedless University of Minnesota Freeman maple with red-orange fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a University of Minnesota red maple bred for extreme cold-hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing red maple with brilliant, dependable orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Sienna Glen Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSienna Glen is a full-size shade tree, so one is usually the answer — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance from the house, driveway, and overhead lines. For a boulevard row or allee, space trees 30–35 feet on center; for a faster-closing informal group on a large lot, a triangle of 3 at 25 feet apart creates a connected canopy in about a decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSienna Glen Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small red flowers dust the branches in April before leaf-out — an early-season pollen stop — followed by a clean flush of bright green foliage on its tidy pyramidal frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, symmetrical canopy casts real shade fast, adding 2–3 feet of growth a year while shrugging off wind and clay soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dependable orange-red to burgundy color that ranks with the best Freeman maples — the show Minnesota plants it for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The strong central leader and even branching read as a clean, storm-resistant silhouette against the snow; wrap the young trunk the first two winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/autumn-blaze-maple\"\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the classic fast Freeman maple; plant both and compare fall color side by side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/firefall-maple\"\u003eFirefall Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a seedless U of M Freeman maple that matches Sienna Glen's speed and hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/first-editions-matador-maple\"\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — deeper burgundy-red fall color for contrast in a group planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northwood-red-maple\"\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a U of M red maple parent-species pick for the coldest, most exposed sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Sienna Glen Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you have full sun, room for a 45–50 foot tree, and you want fast shade with a strong, storm-resistant structure — it's one of the best picks for clay soil, low wet corners, and emerald-ash-borer replacements. It's not a fit for small urban lots or under power lines, and in very high-pH alkaline soils the foliage can yellow; site it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54221693878577,"sku":null,"price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#25 Gallon","offer_id":54219867947313,"sku":null,"price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75\" BB","offer_id":54221693911345,"sku":null,"price":384.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2\" BB","offer_id":54221693944113,"sku":null,"price":425.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\" BB","offer_id":54221693976881,"sku":null,"price":480.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\" BB","offer_id":54221694009649,"sku":null,"price":535.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5\" BB","offer_id":54221694042417,"sku":null,"price":617.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Sienna_Glen_Maple_25.jpg?v=1778991946"},{"product_id":"autumn-radiance-red-maple","title":"Autumn Radiance Red Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Symmetrical Red Maple With Early, Glowing Orange-Red Fall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Radiance Red Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Autumn Radiance') is a red maple selected for its dense, remarkably symmetrical oval-rounded crown and early, glowing orange-red fall color. It turns ahead of many red maples, holds a tidy uniform shape with little pruning, and brings the toughness of the species — tolerant of clay and wetter ground, and reliably cold-hardy. Whether you want a clean fall-color specimen in Maple Grove, a uniform boulevard tree in Burnsville, or a dependable shade tree in Edina, Autumn Radiance is a polished, low-fuss performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAutumn Radiance Red Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Autumn Radiance'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutumn Radiance Red Maple, Red Maple, Swamp Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–45 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast — about 1.5–2.5 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light afternoon shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wet or poorly drained sites better than most shade trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Prefers slightly acidic, moist loam but tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground. Can show leaf yellowing (chlorosis) in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — dense, symmetrical oval-rounded crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly, glowing orange-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota; 'Autumn Radiance' is a selected cultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAutumn Radiance Red Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUniform Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Radiance is prized for its symmetry — a dense, even oval-rounded crown that needs little corrective pruning and lights up early in glowing orange-red. It's a clean, dependable centerpiece for a front lawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoulevard and Group Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts consistent, predictable shape makes it well suited to matched boulevard rows and group plantings where uniformity matters. It tolerates urban and clay soils; keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMid-Size Shade Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a mature 40–45 feet, Autumn Radiance gives generous shade on a scale that suits most Twin Cities yards, and it's a strong, fast-establishing replacement for ash trees lost to emerald ash borer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other red maples (also called swamp maple), Autumn Radiance tolerates the soggy, poorly drained corners of a property better than most shade trees — handy for low spots and rain-garden edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Autumn Radiance Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Autumn Radiance Red Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Autumn Radiance tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance; space a row or allee 30–35 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Autumn Radiance Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Autumn Radiance largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Autumn Radiance Red Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's a red maple rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately fast — roughly 1.5–2.5 feet per year in good Minnesota soil with adequate moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different from other red maples?\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn Radiance was selected for an unusually dense, symmetrical crown and early fall color, so it holds a clean, uniform shape with minimal pruning and turns ahead of many other red maples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Red maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and across eastern North America. 'Autumn Radiance' is a selected cultivar bred for form and color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than most shade trees. Its wild ancestor grows in swampy bottomlands, so it tolerates heavy clay-loam and wet ground; in very alkaline soil a slightly acidic amendment helps prevent leaf yellowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrandywine Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a seedless red maple with long-lasting red-purple fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tidy red maple with early, brilliant scarlet fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a larger, fast-growing red maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a University of Minnesota red maple bred for extreme cold-hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the popular fast-growing Freeman maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Autumn Radiance Red Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne tree with 25–30 feet of clearance shades a typical Twin Cities front or back yard. For a matched boulevard row or allee — where this cultivar's uniform crown really shines — space trees 30–35 feet on center: a 60-foot run takes 3 trees, a 120-foot run takes 4–5. A trio spaced 30 feet apart on acreage gives a synchronized block of early orange-red color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAutumn Radiance Red Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e A red haze of early maple flowers on bare branches, then a dense flush of clean green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A symmetrical, oval-rounded crown of deep green — tidy enough to need almost no corrective pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the first shade trees to turn — glowing orange-red that arrives early and reads evenly across the whole canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A balanced, evenly spaced branch structure that looks composed even bare; wrap the young trunk against sunscald.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/brandywine-red-maple\"\u003eBrandywine Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a seedless red maple whose red-purple fall color extends the season after Autumn Radiance peaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scarlet-jewell-red-maple\"\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — another early-coloring red maple for a synchronized scarlet-and-orange show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a larger red maple to anchor the back of the planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/autumn-blaze-maple\"\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a faster-growing Freeman maple that blends seamlessly in groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Autumn Radiance Red Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Radiance thrives in full sun on moist, even wet, Twin Cities soils and suits homeowners who want a polished, symmetrical 40–45 foot shade tree with early fall color and minimal pruning. It's not a fit for strongly alkaline soils (leaves can yellow) or spots in the direct line of heavy road-salt spray — set it back from the curb on salted streets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54221692993841,"sku":null,"price":270.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 Gallon","offer_id":54219868078385,"sku":null,"price":274.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\" BB","offer_id":54221693026609,"sku":null,"price":452.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\" BB","offer_id":54221693059377,"sku":null,"price":493.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Autumn_Radiance_Red_Maple_20.jpg?v=1778991945"},{"product_id":"brandywine-red-maple","title":"Brandywine Red Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Seedless Red Maple With Long-Lasting Red-Purple Fall Color\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrandywine Red Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Brandywine') is a U.S. National Arboretum introduction prized for its late, long-lasting fall display that deepens from brilliant red to rich purple-burgundy. It's a seedless male clone — no messy samaras — with a tidy oval-rounded crown, and it's tough, adaptable to clay and wetter ground, and reliably cold-hardy. Whether you want a clean fall-color specimen in Minnetonka, a low-litter tree over a Bloomington patio, or a dependable shade tree in Lakeville, Brandywine delivers a long, vivid autumn with none of the seed cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrandywine Red Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Brandywine'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrandywine Red Maple, Red Maple, Swamp Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25–30 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast — about 1.5–2.5 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light afternoon shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wet or poorly drained sites better than most shade trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Prefers slightly acidic, moist loam but tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground. Can show leaf yellowing (chlorosis) in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — seedless (no messy samaras); tidy oval-rounded crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate, long-lasting — deepens from brilliant red to rich purple-burgundy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota; 'Brandywine' is a U.S. National Arboretum selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrandywine Red Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLong-Season Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrandywine's calling card is the extended autumn show — it colors later than most red maples and holds its red-to-purple foliage longer, stretching out the fall display in your front yard well past the early-turning trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClean, Seedless Patio and Boulevard Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seedless male selection, Brandywine drops no helicopter seeds, making it an excellent low-litter choice over patios, drives, and boulevards. Its modest size and tidy crown suit mid-size Twin Cities lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShade Tree for Smaller Yards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a mature 30–40 feet, Brandywine fits properties that can't take a full-size maple, giving dependable shade and standout color without overwhelming the space — a good emerald-ash-borer replacement on tighter lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other red maples (also called swamp maple), Brandywine tolerates the soggy, poorly drained corners of a property better than most shade trees — handy for low spots and rain-garden edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Brandywine Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Brandywine Red Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Brandywine tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 20–25 feet of clearance; space a row or allee 25–30 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Brandywine Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Brandywine largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Brandywine Red Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's a red maple rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it make a mess of seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Brandywine is a seedless male selection, so it skips the helicopter-seed drop of seedling red maples — a real plus over patios and drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does its fall color last so long?\u003c\/strong\u003e Brandywine was selected for late, persistent color that deepens from red to purple-burgundy and holds on the tree longer than most red maples, extending the autumn display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Red maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and across eastern North America. 'Brandywine' is a U.S. National Arboretum selection bred for color and seedlessness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than most shade trees. Its wild ancestor grows in swampy bottomlands, so it tolerates heavy clay-loam and wet ground; in very alkaline soil a slightly acidic amendment helps prevent leaf yellowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tidy red maple with early, brilliant scarlet fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Radiance Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a symmetrical red maple with bright orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a larger, fast-growing red maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a University of Minnesota red maple bred for extreme cold-hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirefall Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a seedless University of Minnesota Freeman maple with red-orange fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Brandywine Red Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrandywine is a specimen shade tree — one is usually right, planted 20–25 feet from the house, driveway, and other large trees so the 25–30 foot crown develops evenly. For a row along a long drive or property line, space trees 25–30 feet on center (a 90-foot run takes 4 trees). Planting an early-coloring red maple like Scarlet Jewell nearby stretches your total fall show to six weeks or more, since Brandywine turns late.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrandywine Red Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small red flowers tint the bare crown in April — with no messy seeds to follow — then fresh green leaves fill the tidy oval canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, dark-green foliage casts dependable shade and shrugs off wet feet in soggy summers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The main event — color arrives later than other red maples, ignites brilliant red, then deepens to purple-burgundy and holds for weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth gray bark and a symmetrical branch structure give a clean silhouette; wrap the young trunk against sunscald the first couple of winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scarlet-jewell-red-maple\"\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — turns early and brilliant scarlet, so the pair bookends the entire fall season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a larger, faster red maple for the back of the property where scale allows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northwood-red-maple\"\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the University of Minnesota's ultra-hardy red maple for exposed or colder sites nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/firefall-maple\"\u003eFirefall Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — another seedless U of M selection, keeping the whole planting litter-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Brandywine Red Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Brandywine if you want a clean, seedless shade tree with the longest-lasting red-to-purple fall color of any red maple — especially over patios and drives, or in low, occasionally wet ground where other shade trees struggle. It's not a fit for strongly alkaline soils: in high-pH ground its leaves can yellow with chlorosis, and a hackberry or linden will look better with less fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54221692633393,"sku":null,"price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 Gallon","offer_id":54219868012849,"sku":null,"price":301.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\" BB","offer_id":54221692666161,"sku":null,"price":425.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\" BB","offer_id":54221692698929,"sku":null,"price":480.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\" BB","offer_id":54221692731697,"sku":null,"price":535.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Brandywine_Red_Maple_20.jpg?v=1778991942"},{"product_id":"autumn-blaze-maple","title":"Autumn Blaze Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMinnesota's Most Popular Fast-Growing Maple for Brilliant Fall Color\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003efreemanii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jeffersred') is the best-selling Freeman maple in the country — a red maple × silver maple hybrid that pairs fast growth with a dense oval-rounded crown and dependable, brilliant orange-red fall color. It establishes quickly, adapts to clay and wetter ground, and is reliably hardy through USDA zone 3. Whether you want quick shade over an Eden Prairie backyard, a fall-color centerpiece in Minneapolis, or a tough, adaptable tree in Bloomington, Autumn Blaze is a proven Twin Cities favorite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003efreemanii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jeffersred' (AUTUMN BLAZE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple, Freeman Maple, Hybrid Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45–55 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast — about 2–3 feet per year in Minnesota once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles both wetter and drier sites well, like its red and silver maple parents.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground; prefers moist, slightly acidic loam. Can show leaf yellowing in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — dense oval-rounded canopy; very low seed set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant, reliable orange-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA hybrid of native red maple and native silver maple; 'Jeffersred' is the classic Freeman maple selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Shade Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Blaze is one of the quickest ways to put real shade over a Twin Cities yard, growing 2–3 feet a year into a broad oval canopy. It's a hugely popular, fast-establishing replacement for ash trees lost to emerald ash borer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReliable Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brilliant orange-red fall display is famously dependable — Autumn Blaze colors up the same vivid shade year after year, making it a go-to lawn centerpiece for fall impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdaptable Boulevard and Group Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts uniform shape and tolerance of both wet and dry, urban and clay soils make it a versatile boulevard and group-planting tree across the metro. Keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith both red and silver maple in its parentage, Autumn Blaze tolerates the soggy, poorly drained corners of a property better than most shade trees — handy for low spots and rain-garden edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Autumn Blaze Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Autumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Autumn Blaze tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance; space a row or allee 30–35 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Autumn Blaze Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Autumn Blaze largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Autumn Blaze Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast — about 2–3 feet per year in good Minnesota soil, which is the main reason it's so widely planted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need pruning?\u003c\/strong\u003e A little early attention pays off. Autumn Blaze can form co-dominant leaders and tight branch angles, so light structural pruning in the first few years builds a strong framework that stands up to Minnesota wind and wet snow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a hybrid of two natives — red maple and silver maple — combining the best traits of both. It's not a wild species, but it carries strong native parentage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — very well. Both parent species grow in heavy, wet ground, so Autumn Blaze tolerates clay-loam and low, soggy spots better than most shade trees, while also handling dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a newer Freeman maple with deeper burgundy-red fall and stronger branch structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirefall Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a seedless University of Minnesota Freeman maple with red-orange fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSienna Glen Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Minnesota-bred Freeman maple with excellent hardiness and a symmetrical form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing red maple with brilliant, dependable orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a University of Minnesota red maple bred for extreme cold-hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Autumn Blaze Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne tree shades most Twin Cities backyards — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance from the house, driveway, and other trees. For a boulevard line or allee, space trees 30–35 feet on center: a 60-foot run takes 3 trees, a 120-foot run takes 4–5. On acreage, a loose grouping of 3 spaced 30 feet apart creates a dramatic block of matching orange-red fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reddish flower tinge on bare branches, then a fast flush of fresh green as the canopy fills — with almost no helicopter seeds to clean up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dense, oval-rounded crown of deep green casts real shade, growing 2–3 feet a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The famous show — brilliant, dependable orange-red that lights up the whole tree at once, year after year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong, uniform branching silhouette stands up to snow load; the smooth young bark benefits from a trunk wrap the first couple of winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/first-editions-matador-maple\"\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a deeper burgundy-red Freeman maple to layer the fall palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/firefall-maple\"\u003eFirefall Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a seedless U of M Freeman maple that pairs seamlessly in groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sienna-glen-maple\"\u003eSienna Glen Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a Minnesota-bred Freeman maple with a flawless symmetrical form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northwood-red-maple\"\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a U of M red maple bred for the coldest sites on the property.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Autumn Blaze Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Blaze thrives in full sun on nearly any Twin Cities soil — clay, loam, wet low spots, or dry stretches — and is the fastest route to a 45–55 foot shade tree with guaranteed fall color. It's not a fit for tight lots or right along heavily salted streets: it needs room for a 35–40 foot crown, and very alkaline soil can yellow its leaves; plan on light structural pruning in the early years for the strongest frame.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54219868111153,"sku":null,"price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#15 Gallon","offer_id":54219868143921,"sku":null,"price":164.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#25 Gallon","offer_id":54221692764465,"sku":null,"price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75\" BB","offer_id":54221692797233,"sku":null,"price":370.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\" BB","offer_id":54221692830001,"sku":null,"price":411.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\" BB","offer_id":54221692862769,"sku":null,"price":466.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\" BB","offer_id":54221692895537,"sku":null,"price":507.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5\" BB","offer_id":54221692928305,"sku":null,"price":644.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\" BB","offer_id":54221692961073,"sku":null,"price":768.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Autumn_Blaze_Maple_10.jpg?v=1778991944"},{"product_id":"first-editions-matador-maple","title":"First Editions Matador Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Fast Freeman Maple With Deep Burgundy-Red Minnesota Fall Color\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003efreemanii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bailston') is a Bailey Nurseries Freeman maple (red maple × silver maple) bred as an improvement on Autumn Blaze — deeper, richer burgundy-red fall color, a fuller and more symmetrical canopy, and stronger branch structure that holds up to wind and snow. It grows fast, tolerates clay and wetter ground, and is reliably cold-hardy through USDA zone 3. Whether you want quick shade over an Eden Prairie backyard, a bold fall-color specimen in Edina, or a tough boulevard tree in Wayzata, Matador combines speed, structure, and a spectacular autumn show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003efreemanii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bailston' (MATADOR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple, Matador Maple, Freeman Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45–50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast — about 2–3 feet per year in Minnesota once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wetter sites well, like its red and silver maple parents.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground; prefers moist, slightly acidic loam. Can show leaf yellowing in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — fuller, denser canopy than many Freeman maples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep burgundy-red — richer than Autumn Blaze\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA hybrid of native red maple and native silver maple; 'Bailston' is a Bailey Nurseries selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Shade Tree With Strong Structure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Freeman maples, Matador grows quickly — 2–3 feet a year — but it was selected for a stronger central leader and better branch attachment than older types like Autumn Blaze, so it stands up better to Minnesota wind and wet snow. It's an excellent, quick-establishing emerald-ash-borer replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBold Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep, uniform burgundy-red fall display is Matador's headline feature, glowing richer and more consistently than seedling maples. A single tree becomes the standout in any front lawn each October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoulevard and Group Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts full, symmetrical crown lines a boulevard or fills a group planting cleanly, and its tolerance of urban and clay soils makes it dependable on tougher Twin Cities sites. Keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith both red and silver maple in its parentage, Matador tolerates the soggy, poorly drained corners of a property better than most shade trees — handy for low spots and rain-garden edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant First Editions Matador Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant First Editions Matador Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Matador tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance; space a row or allee 30–35 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering First Editions Matador Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Matador largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill First Editions Matador Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from Autumn Blaze?\u003c\/strong\u003e Matador is a newer Freeman maple selected to improve on Autumn Blaze — it offers deeper, richer burgundy-red fall color, a fuller canopy, and notably stronger branch structure that resists storm breakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast — about 2–3 feet per year in good Minnesota soil, one of the quicker large maples you can plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a hybrid of two natives — red maple and silver maple. 'Bailston' is a Bailey Nurseries selection that carries the toughness and wet-soil tolerance of both parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — very well. Both parent species grow in heavy, wet ground, so Matador tolerates clay-loam and low, soggy spots better than most shade trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the classic, widely planted Freeman maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirefall Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a seedless University of Minnesota Freeman maple with red-orange fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSienna Glen Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Minnesota-bred Freeman maple with excellent hardiness and a symmetrical form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing red maple with brilliant, dependable orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a native sugar maple selected for fiery scarlet-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Matador Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatador is a large shade tree — one specimen is the anchor for a typical Twin Cities lot. Give a single tree 25–30 feet of clearance from buildings and other large trees so its 35–40-foot crown fills out symmetrically. For a boulevard row or property line, plant 30–35 feet on center; on acreage, a trio spaced 30 feet apart makes a dramatic October block of burgundy-red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMatador Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small red flowers haze the branches in early April before clean green leaves emerge — an early-season nectar and pollen stop for bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full, dense, symmetrical canopy — noticeably fuller than older Freeman maples — grows 2–3 feet a year and casts deep shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep burgundy-red color, richer and more uniform than Autumn Blaze, typically holding for weeks in October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong central leader and well-attached branches resist wet-snow breakage; tidy oval silhouette with smooth gray young bark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/autumn-blaze-maple\"\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the classic Freeman maple; plant both and compare fall shades side by side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/firefall-maple\"\u003eFirefall Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a seedless U of M Freeman maple whose red-orange contrasts with Matador's burgundy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a true red maple with the same wet-site tolerance and dependable color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fall-fiesta-sugar-maple\"\u003eFall Fiesta Sugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a native sugar maple whose multi-color blend layers beautifully behind Matador's deep red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Matador Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Matador if you want fast shade, storm-tough structure, and the deepest burgundy-red fall color of the Freeman maples — it thrives in full sun, tolerates clay and wet corners, and shrugs off zone 3–4 winters. 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At a mature 30–40 feet tall, it gives you real height and a tidy vertical line where a spreading shade tree would crowd the space. As a red maple it's tough, tolerant of clay and wetter ground, and reliably cold-hardy. Whether you're slotting a tree into a narrow St. Paul side yard, lining a Woodbury driveway, or adding a vertical accent to a Bloomington border, Red Rocket fits the tight spot and lights up every fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Rocket Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Rocket'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Rocket Maple, Columnar Red Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–15 feet — narrow, upright column\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast — about 1.5–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wetter sites better than most narrow trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — very cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable. Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground; prefers slightly acidic, moist loam. Can show leaf yellowing in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — green leaves on a tight columnar frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota; 'Red Rocket' is a columnar selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Rocket Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTight-Space and Narrow-Yard Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 12–15 feet wide, Red Rocket is one of the slimmest tall trees you can plant. It fits a narrow side yard, the strip between a driveway and a fence, or a small urban lot, giving you height and brilliant fall color without a sprawling canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVertical Accent and Driveway Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong, narrow column makes a clean architectural statement flanking an entry or marking the corners of a bed, and planted in a row 8–12 feet apart it lines a driveway or property edge handsomely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLiving Screen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a row, Red Rocket forms a tall, narrow screen — useful for buffering a view or softening a property line where ground width is limited in Woodbury and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Red Rocket Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Red Rocket Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Red Rocket tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single accent 10–12 feet of clearance; space a screen or driveway row 8–12 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Red Rocket Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Red Rocket largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Red Rocket Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's a red maple rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow wide does it really get?\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays narrow — about 12–15 feet wide — which is exactly why it's so useful for tight side yards and driveways. Plan for that width near walls, but it won't sprawl like a standard maple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Red maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and across eastern North America. 'Red Rocket' is a columnar selection prized for its narrow form and bright red fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than most narrow trees, thanks to its red-maple lineage. It tolerates clay-loam and wetter ground; in very alkaline soil it can show leaf yellowing, which a slightly acidic amendment helps prevent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for privacy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Planted in a row 8–12 feet apart, its tall, narrow form makes an effective vertical screen without consuming much ground width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — another slim, columnar red maple, with golden-orange fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColumnar Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, narrow columnar maple with yellow fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a narrow, columnar Norway maple with dramatic burgundy-purple foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a larger, broad-canopy red maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tidy red maple with early, brilliant scarlet fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Red Rocket Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a tall, narrow screen or driveway line, space Red Rocket 10 feet apart (center to center):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRun Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrees Needed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a single vertical accent, allow 12–15 feet of clear width at maturity; a matched pair flanking a driveway entrance looks best set 14–16 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Rocket Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small red flowers dot the bare branches in early spring — one of the first food sources for emerging bees — followed by fresh green leaves on the tight column.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dense, clean green pillar of foliage adds 1.5–2 feet of height per year and casts a narrow ribbon of shade without overwhelming the yard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The headline act — the entire column ignites in bright red, a vertical torch of color visible down the block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth gray bark and a strong, upright silhouette hold architectural interest against the snow; young trunks should be wrapped against sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/armstrong-gold-red-maple\"\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — alternate the two columnar red maples for a red-and-gold fall ribbon along a property line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crimson-sentry-maple\"\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — burgundy-purple summer foliage in the same narrow form for season-long color contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the broad-canopy cousin; anchor an open lawn with it while Red Rocket handles the tight edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scarlet-jewell-red-maple\"\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — early, brilliant scarlet fall color that kicks off just before Red Rocket peaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Red Rocket Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Rocket thrives in full sun to light shade in moist, slightly acidic soil — it's one of the few narrow trees that's happy in clay and wetter ground, and it shrugs off zone 4 winters. It needs only 12–15 feet of width but does want 30–40 feet of vertical room, so keep it clear of overhead wires. It's not a fit if your soil is strongly alkaline (expect chlorotic yellowing) or you're after a wide, picnic-shade canopy — choose Red Sunset for that job.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54219868209457,"sku":null,"price":192.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 Gallon","offer_id":54221694075185,"sku":null,"price":301.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75\" BB","offer_id":54221694107953,"sku":null,"price":425.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\" BB","offer_id":54221694140721,"sku":null,"price":452.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\" BB","offer_id":54221694173489,"sku":null,"price":521.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Red_Rocket_Maple_10.jpg?v=1778991949"},{"product_id":"firefall-maple","title":"Firefall Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA University of Minnesota Maple Bred for Fast Growth and Fiery Fall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirefall Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003efreemanii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Firefall') is a University of Minnesota introduction — a Freeman maple (red maple × silver maple) selected for fast growth, a tidy upright-oval crown, and brilliant red-orange fall color. Best of all, it's a seedless male clone, so there's no messy seed cleanup. Bred right here for our climate, it's reliably hardy to USDA zone 3. Whether you want quick shade over a Burnsville backyard, a clean boulevard tree in St. Paul, or a bold fall-color specimen in Eden Prairie, Firefall combines speed, toughness, and a spectacular autumn show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirefall Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003efreemanii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Firefall'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirefall Maple, Freeman Maple, Hybrid Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–35 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast — about 2–3 feet per year in Minnesota once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wetter sites well, like its red and silver maple parents.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground; prefers moist, slightly acidic loam. Can show leaf yellowing in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — classic maple leaves; seedless (no messy samaras)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant red-orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — bred at the U of M for the Upper Midwest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA hybrid of native red maple and native silver maple; 'Firefall' is a University of Minnesota selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirefall Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Shade Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Freeman maples, Firefall grows quickly — 2–3 feet a year — making it one of the fastest ways to put real shade over a Twin Cities yard. It's an excellent, quick-establishing replacement for ash trees lost to emerald ash borer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClean, Seedless Specimen and Boulevard Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Firefall is a seedless male selection, it skips the messy seed drop of silver maples and seedling red maples — a real plus over patios, drives, and boulevards. Its strong upright-oval form lines a street cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrilliant Fall-Color Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reliable red-orange fall display makes Firefall a standout lawn specimen, lighting up in October weeks of dependable color thanks to its grafted consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith both red and silver maple in its parentage, Firefall tolerates the soggy, poorly drained corners of a property better than most shade trees — handy for low spots and rain-garden edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Firefall Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Firefall Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Firefall tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance; space a row or allee 30–35 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Firefall Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Firefall largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Firefall Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than most. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and was bred at the University of Minnesota for our cold winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast — about 2–3 feet per year in good Minnesota soil, one of the quicker large maples you can plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it make a mess of seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Firefall is a seedless male selection, so it skips the heavy samara (helicopter) drop of silver maples and many red maples — a big plus near patios and drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a hybrid of two natives — red maple and silver maple — selected at the University of Minnesota. It carries the toughness and wet-soil tolerance of both parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — very well. Both parent species grow in heavy, wet ground, so Firefall tolerates clay-loam and low, soggy spots better than most shade trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most popular Freeman maple, with fast growth and brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSienna Glen Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Minnesota-bred Freeman maple with excellent hardiness and a symmetrical form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Freeman maple with deep burgundy-red fall color and a fuller canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing red maple with brilliant, dependable orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a University of Minnesota red maple bred for extreme cold-hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Firefall Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirefall is a large shade tree, so one specimen anchors a typical Twin Cities yard. Give a single tree 25–30 feet of clearance from your house, garage, and other large trees so its 30–35-foot crown develops evenly. Lining a driveway or property edge? Plant a row at 30–35 feet on center. For faster visual impact on acreage, group three in a loose triangle 30 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirefall Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small red flowers tint the bare branches in early April, then clean green foliage leafs out quickly — and because it's a seedless male, there's no helicopter-samara drop afterward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast-growing upright-oval canopy adds 2–3 feet a year and casts dense, cooling shade; foliage stays clean even in wet, heavy soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brilliant red-orange color, dependable every October thanks to its grafted consistency — among the most vivid Freeman maples for zone 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tidy upright-oval silhouette with smooth gray young bark; U of M zone-3 breeding shrugs off the coldest Twin Cities winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/autumn-blaze-maple\"\u003eAutumn Blaze Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the classic Freeman maple sibling for a fast-growing, blazing-orange pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/first-editions-matador-maple\"\u003eFirst Editions Matador Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — deeper burgundy-red fall color that layers richly next to Firefall's red-orange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a true red maple with the same wet-site tolerance and dependable color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northwood-red-maple\"\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — another U of M cold-climate maple for the most exposed spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Firefall Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Firefall if you want fast shade and reliable red-orange fall color in full sun — it thrives in average to wet soils, tolerates clay, and is one of the best EAB-era ash replacements for zone 4. It's not a fit if your soil is very high-pH (chlorosis risk) or you're planting a tight urban courtyard — this tree needs room for a 40–50-foot canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54219868569905,"sku":null,"price":164.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#25 Gallon","offer_id":54221693092145,"sku":null,"price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75\" BB","offer_id":54221693124913,"sku":null,"price":384.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\" BB","offer_id":54221693157681,"sku":null,"price":411.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\" BB","offer_id":54221693190449,"sku":null,"price":480.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\" BB","offer_id":54221693223217,"sku":null,"price":507.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5\" BB","offer_id":54221693255985,"sku":null,"price":603.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Firefall_Maple_10.jpg?v=1778991939"},{"product_id":"armstrong-gold-red-maple","title":"Armstrong Gold Red Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Slim, Golden Columnar Maple for Narrow Minnesota Spaces\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Armstrong Gold') is a narrow, upright columnar maple that delivers golden-orange to red fall color in a footprint barely 12–15 feet wide. At a mature 35–45 feet tall, it gives you real height and a clean vertical line where a spreading shade tree would never fit. As a red maple it's tough, adaptable to clay and wetter ground, and hardy through USDA zone 4. Whether you're squeezing a tree into a narrow Minneapolis side yard, lining a Woodbury driveway, or adding vertical structure to an Edina border, Armstrong Gold fits the tight spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Armstrong Gold'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple, Columnar Red Maple, Armstrong Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–45 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–15 feet — narrow, upright column\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast — about 1.5–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wetter sites better than most narrow trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable. Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground; prefers slightly acidic, moist loam. Can show leaf yellowing in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — silvery-green leaves on a tight columnar frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden-orange to red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota; 'Armstrong Gold' is a columnar selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTight-Space and Narrow-Yard Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 12–15 feet wide, Armstrong Gold is one of the slimmest tall trees you can plant. It slips into a narrow side yard, the strip between a driveway and a fence, or a small urban lot, giving you height and fall color without a sprawling canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVertical Accent and Formal Structure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong, narrow column makes a bold architectural statement flanking an entry, marking the corners of a formal bed, or drawing the eye upward in a tight Twin Cities landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLiving Screen and Driveway Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in a row 8–12 feet apart, Armstrong Gold forms a tall, narrow screen — perfect for lining a driveway or buffering a property line where ground width is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Armstrong Gold Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Armstrong Gold Red Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Armstrong Gold tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single accent 10–12 feet of clearance; space a screen or driveway row 8–12 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Armstrong Gold Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Armstrong Gold largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Armstrong Gold Red Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's a red maple rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow wide does it really get?\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays narrow — about 12–15 feet wide — which is exactly why it's so useful for tight side yards and driveways. Plan for that width near walls, but it won't sprawl like a standard maple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Red maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and across eastern North America. 'Armstrong Gold' is a columnar selection prized for its narrow form and golden-orange fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than most narrow trees, thanks to its red-maple lineage. It tolerates clay-loam and wetter ground; in very alkaline soil it can show leaf yellowing, which a slightly acidic amendment helps prevent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for privacy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Planted in a row 8–12 feet apart, its tall, narrow form makes an effective vertical screen without consuming much ground width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Rocket Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — another narrow, upright red maple, with bright red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColumnar Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, narrow columnar maple with yellow fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a slim, columnar Norway maple with dramatic burgundy-purple foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a larger, broad-canopy red maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tidy red maple with early, brilliant scarlet fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Armstrong Gold Red Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a single vertical accent, one tree with 10–12 feet of clearance does the job. For a driveway line or tall narrow screen, space trees 8–12 feet on center — here's a quick guide at 10-foot spacing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRun Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrees Needed (10 ft spacing)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 8-foot spacing for a faster-closing screen, or 12-foot spacing where you want each column to read individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small red maple flowers tint the bare column before silvery-green leaves flush out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dense, tidy pillar of silvery-green foliage that throws useful shade without sprawl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden-orange to red color climbs the entire 35–45 foot column — a glowing exclamation point in the landscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tight, upright branch structure keeps its strong architectural line even bare and snow-dusted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-rocket-maple\"\u003eRed Rocket Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a matching narrow red maple with bright red fall color for alternating rows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/columnar-norway-maple\"\u003eColumnar Norway Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a tough columnar companion with yellow fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crimson-sentry-maple\"\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a slim burgundy-purple column for bold summer contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scarlet-jewell-red-maple\"\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — an early-coloring scarlet red maple to extend the fall show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Armstrong Gold Red Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmstrong Gold thrives in full sun on adaptable soil — including clay-loam and wetter ground — anywhere you need 35–45 feet of height in a strip only 12–15 feet wide: side yards, driveways, and property lines across the Twin Cities. It's not a fit if your soil is strongly alkaline (leaves can yellow) or if you're after a broad, picnic-shade canopy — this tree is all about the vertical line.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54219871387953,"sku":null,"price":192.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#20 Gallon","offer_id":54221692502321,"sku":null,"price":301.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.75\" BB","offer_id":54221692535089,"sku":null,"price":411.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\" BB","offer_id":54221692567857,"sku":null,"price":466.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\" BB","offer_id":54221692600625,"sku":null,"price":493.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/ArmstrongGoldRedMaple_10.jpg?v=1779046109"},{"product_id":"columnar-norway-maple","title":"Columnar Norway Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Narrow, Upright Maple Built for Tight Minnesota Yards\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColumnar Norway Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer platanoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Columnare') is a striking narrow-form maple with a tight, upright habit — just 15–20 feet wide at a mature 40–50 feet tall. That slim profile makes it tailor-made for narrow side yards, tight planting strips, vertical accents, and living screens where a full-size shade tree would simply overwhelm the space. It's tough, fast to establish, and hardy through USDA zone 3. Whether you're squeezing a tree between a Minneapolis driveway and the property line, screening a Woodbury patio, or adding formal vertical structure in Edina, Columnar Norway Maple fits where others can't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColumnar Norway Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer platanoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Columnare'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColumnar Norway Maple, Upright Norway Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–20 feet — narrow, upright column\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 1–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall once established; quite adaptable to dry spells.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, compacted, and urban soils. Prefers well-drained loam but handles tough sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — deep-green leaves on a tight, columnar frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — native to Europe. Tough and adaptable; casts dense shade and has shallow, competitive roots, so plan placement accordingly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColumnar Norway Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTight-Space and Narrow-Yard Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 15–20 feet wide, this is one of the few large-growing maples that fits a narrow side yard, a strip between a driveway and a fence, or a small urban lot. It gives you real height and screening without the sprawling canopy of a standard shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLiving Screen and Privacy Row\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in a line 10–15 feet apart, Columnar Norway Maple forms a tall, dense vertical screen — excellent for blocking a second-story view or buffering a property line in Plymouth and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFormal Vertical Accent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong, symmetrical column makes a bold architectural statement flanking an entry or marking the corners of a formal landscape, and it's tough enough for narrow boulevard rights-of-way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Columnar Norway Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Columnar Norway Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for clay hardpan — if water pools and won't drain, break through the clay layer or mound-plant slightly to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single accent 12–15 feet of clearance; space a screen row 10–15 feet apart for a solid vertical wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Columnar Norway Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Columnar Norway Maple is very low-maintenance and quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply every 7–14 days when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Columnar Norway Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow wide does it really get?\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays narrow — about 15–20 feet wide — which is the whole reason to choose it. Plan for that width near walls and property lines, but it won't sprawl like a standard maple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Norway maple is native to Europe. It's a tough, adaptable ornamental. Because it casts dense shade and has shallow, competitive roots, place it where you don't need lawn or a garden directly underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay and urban soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well. Norway maples handle compacted, clay, and tough city soils better than most shade trees, which makes this a reliable choice for tight urban lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for privacy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Planted in a row 10–15 feet apart, its tall, dense, narrow form makes an effective living screen without taking up much ground width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a narrow, columnar Norway maple with dramatic burgundy-purple foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a slim, columnar red maple with golden-orange fall color for tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Rocket Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a narrow, upright red maple with bright red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmerald Lustre Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same toughness in a full-size, broad-canopy shade tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Red Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a bold purple-leaf Norway maple for an open lawn focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Columnar Norway Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a tall living screen, space trees 10–15 feet apart in a row:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreen Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrees Needed (12 ft spacing)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a single vertical accent, allow 12–15 feet of clearance; a matched pair flanking an entry reads especially well in formal landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColumnar Norway Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of small yellow-green flowers appear before the leaves — an early-season nectar stop — followed by a quick, dense leaf-out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tight column of deep-green foliage casts cool shade in a narrow footprint and shrugs off urban heat and compacted soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The column turns clear yellow, glowing like a candle against evergreens and fences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, symmetrical upright branching keeps its architectural presence even bare — wrap young trunks against sunscald the first couple of winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crimson-sentry-maple\"\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — burgundy-purple columnar cousin for a striking two-tone vertical pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/armstrong-gold-red-maple\"\u003eArmstrong Gold Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — another slim column with golden-orange fall color to extend the autumn show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-rocket-maple\"\u003eRed Rocket Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — narrow upright form with bright red fall color for contrast against the yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/american-pillar-arborvitae\"\u003eAmerican Pillar Arborvitae\u003c\/a\u003e — evergreen columns to keep the screen working after leaf drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Columnar Norway Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this tree for a narrow side yard, tight planting strip, or formal vertical accent in full sun on almost any soil — including compacted urban clay — where you need 40+ feet of height in a 15–20 foot footprint. 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It establishes fast, casts dense, dependable shade, and shrugs off the clay and compacted soils that defeat fussier trees — all while staying hardy through USDA zone 3. Whether you need quick shade over a Maple Grove backyard, a uniform boulevard tree in St. Paul, or a tough, low-fuss specimen in Burnsville, Emerald Lustre delivers shade in a hurry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEmerald Lustre Norway Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer platanoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pond' (EMERALD LUSTRE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerald Lustre Norway Maple, Norway Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45–50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast — about 2–3 feet per year in Minnesota once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall once established; quite adaptable to dry spells.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, compacted, and urban soils. Prefers well-drained loam but handles tough sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — glossy, deep-green leaves; broad, dense oval crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — one of the hardier large shade trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — native to Europe. Very tough and fast; casts dense shade and has shallow, competitive roots, so plan placement accordingly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEmerald Lustre Norway Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Dense-Shade Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you want shade quickly, Emerald Lustre is hard to beat — it grows 2–3 feet a year and forms a broad, dense canopy that throws deep shade over a patio or backyard. It's a strong, fast-establishing replacement for ash trees lost to emerald ash borer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough Urban and Clay-Site Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorway maples are famous for toughness, tolerating compacted, clay, and urban soils that stress other trees. Emerald Lustre is a dependable boulevard and commercial-landscape tree for hard sites in Bloomington and Burnsville.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUniform Group and Street Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts consistent oval shape makes it well suited to matched group plantings and street rows where uniformity matters. Because the canopy is dense and the roots are shallow and competitive, give it an open spot rather than expecting lawn or perennials to thrive directly beneath it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Emerald Lustre Norway Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Emerald Lustre Norway Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for clay hardpan — if water pools and won't drain, break through the clay layer or mound-plant slightly to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance; keep it away from spots where you want lawn or garden directly beneath, since it shades and roots heavily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Emerald Lustre Norway Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Emerald Lustre is very low-maintenance and quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Emerald Lustre Norway Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast for a large shade tree — about 2–3 feet per year in good Minnesota soil, which is a big reason Norway maples are so widely planted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Norway maple is native to Europe. It's a tough, fast, widely planted shade tree. Because it casts dense shade and has shallow, competitive roots, place it where you don't need lawn or a garden directly underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay and urban soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well. Norway maples handle compacted, clay, and tough city soils better than most shade trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow grass under it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Not easily. Its dense canopy and shallow roots make the ground beneath dry and shady, so plan for mulch or shade-tolerant groundcover rather than turf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Red Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same toughness with dramatic burgundy-purple foliage all summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing native-type maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, salt- and clay-tolerant maple for boulevards and hard sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkyline Honeylocust\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fine-textured shade tree that casts light, dappled shade where you do want lawn beneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a University of Minnesota red maple bred for extreme cold-hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Emerald Lustre Norway Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a single-specimen shade tree, not a hedging plant. One tree shades a typical Twin Cities backyard — give it \u003cstrong\u003e25–30 feet of clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e from the house, driveway, and other large trees so the 35–40 foot crown develops evenly. For a uniform street or property-line row, plant on \u003cstrong\u003e30–35 foot centers\u003c\/strong\u003e; a 100-foot frontage takes 3–4 trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEmerald Lustre Norway Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of small chartreuse-yellow flowers appear before the leaves, followed by new foliage that emerges with a reddish tinge before turning glossy green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A broad, dense oval crown of glossy deep-green leaves throws some of the deepest, coolest shade of any landscape tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage turns bright clear yellow, typically holding late into October in the metro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sturdy, uniform oval branch structure stands up well to ice and snow load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Salt-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — pairs golden fall color with brilliant orange-red on the same lot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/state-street-miyabe-maple\"\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — fellow tough boulevard maple for hard, salty sites nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northwood-red-maple\"\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — U of M-bred cold-hardy maple to diversify a multi-tree planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crimson-sentry-maple\"\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — compact purple-leaf Norway maple for a narrow accent near the big canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Emerald Lustre Norway Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Emerald Lustre if you want \u003cstrong\u003efast, dense shade on a tough site\u003c\/strong\u003e — compacted clay, boulevard strips, urban lots — with zone-3 hardiness and almost no fuss. \u003cstrong\u003eNot a fit if\u003c\/strong\u003e you want lawn or a garden under the canopy (its dense shade and shallow roots win that fight), or if you're prioritizing native species — it's a European maple, so consider a red maple or hackberry instead for native plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"1.75\"BB","offer_id":54260806418737,"sku":"GT-T0269","price":343.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260806451505,"sku":"GT-T0270","price":370.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\"BB","offer_id":54260806484273,"sku":"GT-T0280","price":425.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\"BB","offer_id":54260806517041,"sku":"GT-T0281","price":480.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/emerald-lustre-norway-maple.jpg?v=1779426698"},{"product_id":"flame-amur-maple","title":"Flame Amur Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Small, Ultra-Hardy Maple With the Brightest Fall Color of All\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlame Amur Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer ginnala\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flame') is a compact small tree or large shrub prized for spectacular fiery-scarlet fall color — one of the most reliable autumn performers for cold climates. It tops out around 15–20 feet, works beautifully as either a multi-stem clump or a single-trunk specimen, and is hardy all the way to USDA zone 3. Whether you need a small-space focal point in an Edina courtyard, a fall-color anchor by a Minnetonka patio, or a tough screening shrub in Shoreview, Flame fits where a full-size maple never could.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlame Amur Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer ginnala\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flame' (syn. \u003cem\u003eAcer tataricum\u003c\/em\u003e subsp. \u003cem\u003eginnala\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlame Amur Maple, Amur Maple, Ginnala Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 1–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade — best fall color in full sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall once established; quite adaptable.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — extremely cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and a wide pH range. Prefers well-drained loam.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — small, fine-textured leaves; fragrant spring flowers followed by red samaras (winged seeds)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant red to orange-scarlet — among the most vivid of any hardy maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — one of the hardiest maples available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect young stems the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — native to northeastern Asia. Very tough and hardy; it can self-seed, so site it where stray seedlings are easy to manage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlame Amur Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmall-Space and Patio Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a mature 15–20 feet, Flame is one of the few maples that fits a courtyard, entry bed, or patio corner. Grown as a multi-stem clump it makes a sculptural anchor; as a single-trunk tree it offers light shade without overwhelming a small Twin Cities lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrilliant Fall-Color Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole point of Flame is the autumn show — the fine-textured canopy ignites brilliant red to orange-scarlet, often outshining far larger trees. It's a standout in a mixed border or against an evergreen backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInformal Screen or Hedge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in a row, Flame Amur Maple forms a tough, hardy informal screen that needs little care and rewards you with a wall of fall color. Space plants 8–12 feet apart for a screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Flame Amur Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Flame Amur Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for clay hardpan — if water pools and won't drain, break through the clay layer or mound-plant slightly to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 12–15 feet of clearance; space an informal screen or hedge 8–12 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Flame Amur Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the plant doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Flame is very low-maintenance and quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply every 7–14 days when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Flame Amur Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is one of the hardiest maples you can plant, fully at home anywhere in the Twin Cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays small — about 15–20 feet tall and wide — which is exactly why it's so useful for courtyards, patios, and tight spots where a large maple won't fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Amur maple is native to northeastern Asia. It's extremely tough and hardy, but it can self-seed, so plant it where occasional volunteer seedlings are easy to pull or mow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow it as a clump or a single tree?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both. Flame is sold as a multi-stem clump for a sculptural, shrubby look or trained to a single trunk for a small patio tree — your choice depending on the spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Flame handles Minnesota clay-loam and a wide pH range, which makes it one of the easiest small ornamental trees to place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tidy red maple with early, brilliant scarlet fall color for mid-size lots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a native sugar maple selected for fiery scarlet-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a University of Minnesota red maple bred for extreme cold-hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServiceberry\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small native tree with spring flowers, edible berries, and orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a larger, fast-growing red maple for full-size shade with brilliant fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Flame Amur Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a single courtyard or patio specimen, one plant with 12–15 feet of clearance is all you need. For an informal screen at the standard 10-foot spacing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreen length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlants needed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–12 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTighten to 8 feet apart for a faster-closing screen; widen to 12 feet if you want each clump to keep its own shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlame Amur Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrant creamy-yellow flower clusters open in May with the fresh fine-textured foliage — a quiet but genuinely scented maple, visited by early bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tidy, dense small canopy of three-lobed leaves; showy red samaras (winged seeds) ripen against the green in mid-to-late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The main event — brilliant red to orange-scarlet that ranks among the most vivid fall color of any zone-3-hardy plant, peaking late September–October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-stem clumps show sculptural smooth gray stems that hold snow attractively; zero winter dieback in Twin Cities cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/alpenglow-maple\"\u003eAlpenglow Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a sibling Amur-type maple; pair them for a layered small-tree fall display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/autumn-brilliance-serviceberry\"\u003eAutumn Brilliance Serviceberry\u003c\/a\u003e — a native small tree with spring bloom and matching orange-red fall fire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northwood-red-maple\"\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a U of M red maple to carry the scarlet theme up to full shade-tree scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a larger backdrop maple that extends the red show overhead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Flame Amur Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Flame if you need big fall color in a small footprint — it thrives in full sun to part shade, takes clay and drought in stride, and fits under power lines and beside patios where full-size maples can't go. It's not a fit if you want a strictly native planting or a no-maintenance edge near natural areas — it can self-seed, so site it where mowing or weeding keeps volunteers in check.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"1.75\"BB","offer_id":54260806549809,"sku":"GT-T0150","price":384.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260806582577,"sku":"GT-T0160","price":452.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6' CLP BB","offer_id":54260806615345,"sku":"GT-T0180","price":356.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/flame-amur-maple.jpg?v=1779426700"},{"product_id":"northwood-red-maple","title":"Northwood Red Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA University of Minnesota Red Maple Bred for Our Coldest Winters\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthwood Red Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Northwood') is a University of Minnesota selection bred specifically for cold-climate performance, pairing the classic red maple's vibrant orange-red fall color and graceful oval form with extra hardiness all the way to USDA zone 3. It grows at a good clip, adapts to a wide range of soils — including wetter ground — and was developed right here for Upper Midwest conditions. Whether you're planting a dependable lawn specimen in Maple Grove, a boulevard tree in St. Paul, or a hardy shade tree for an exposed lot in Lakeville, Northwood was built for Minnesota.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNorthwood Red Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Northwood'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorthwood Red Maple, Red Maple, Swamp Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–35 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast — about 1.5–2.5 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light afternoon shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wet or poorly drained sites better than most shade trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Prefers slightly acidic, moist loam but tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground. Can show leaf yellowing (chlorosis) in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — drops in fall after an orange-red to red display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable orange-red to red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — bred at the U of M for the Upper Midwest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota; 'Northwood' is a University of Minnesota selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNorthwood Red Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCold-Climate Shade Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBred at the University of Minnesota for our winters, Northwood is one of the safest red-maple bets for exposed or northern Twin Cities sites where hardiness is the first concern. It establishes quickly and makes a dependable, fast-growing shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReliable Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted alone in a lawn, Northwood lights up orange-red to red each October with the grafted consistency that seedling red maples can't match — a clean focal point for any front yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoulevard, Street, and Mass Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts uniform oval crown and tolerance of urban soil make it a strong boulevard and commercial-landscape tree, holding up well in mass plantings. Keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other red maples (also called swamp maple), Northwood thrives in soggy, poorly drained corners where other shade trees struggle — useful for rain-garden edges and low spots in Woodbury and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Northwood Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Northwood Red Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Northwood tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 20–30 feet of clearance; space a row or allee 25–35 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Northwood Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Northwood largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Northwood Red Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than almost any red maple. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and was bred at the University of Minnesota specifically for our cold winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately fast — roughly 1.5–2.5 feet per year in good Minnesota soil with adequate moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Red maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and across eastern North America. 'Northwood' is a University of Minnesota selection chosen for extra cold-hardiness and reliable fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than most shade trees. Its wild ancestor grows in swampy bottomlands, so it tolerates heavy clay-loam and wet ground. In very alkaline soil it can show leaf yellowing, which a slightly acidic amendment helps prevent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant it near the road?\u003c\/strong\u003e It makes a fine boulevard tree and tolerates urban soil, but keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a larger, fast-growing red maple with brilliant, dependable orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a red maple that turns brilliant scarlet weeks earlier than most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSienna Glen Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Minnesota-bred Freeman maple with excellent hardiness and a symmetrical form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a native sugar maple selected for fiery scarlet-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRiver Birch\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing, peeling-bark native that also thrives in wet, low spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Northwood Red Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthwood is a full-size shade tree, so one is usually the right answer for a typical city or suburban front yard. Give a single specimen 20–30 feet of clearance from the house, driveway, and other trees. For a boulevard row or allee on a larger property, space trees 25–35 feet apart on center — about 3–4 trees per 100 feet of frontage. For a naturalized grouping on acreage, plant in odd-numbered clusters of 3 at roughly 25-foot spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNorthwood Red Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the first trees to wake up — clusters of small red flowers tint the bare branches in early spring before the leaves emerge, an early nectar source for bees. Fresh green foliage with red leaf stems follows quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dense, uniform oval crown of clean green foliage casting full shade — a real backyard cooler. Handles wet stretches and stormy Minnesota summers without fuss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The headline act — dependable orange-red to red color in October, with the grafted consistency seedling red maples can't promise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth gray bark and a tidy branching silhouette stand up to zone 3 cold; wrap the young trunk the first couple winters against sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a larger red maple with equally brilliant orange-red fall color for bigger lawns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scarlet-jewell-red-maple\"\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — colors up weeks earlier, stretching your fall display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sienna-glen-maple\"\u003eSienna Glen Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — another Minnesota-bred maple with a tidy pyramidal form for variety in a row.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/river-birch\"\u003eRiver Birch\u003c\/a\u003e — a peeling-bark native that loves the same wet, low ground Northwood tolerates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Northwood Red Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you want a proven, U of M-bred shade tree with knockout fall color for full sun and average-to-wet soil — it's one of the safest picks for exposed, cold, or low-lying Twin Cities lots. It's not a fit for very alkaline soils, where its leaves can yellow with chlorosis, or for tight planting strips that can't accommodate a 30–35 foot crown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"1.75\"BB","offer_id":54260806648113,"sku":"GT-T0495","price":425.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260806680881,"sku":"GT-T0500","price":466.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.5\"BB","offer_id":54260806713649,"sku":"GT-T0510","price":535.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\"BB","offer_id":54260806746417,"sku":"GT-T0512","price":589.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/northwood-red-maple.jpg?v=1779426695"},{"product_id":"royal-red-norway-maple","title":"Royal Red Norway Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Bold Purple-Leaf Shade Tree That Stands Out All Summer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Red Norway Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer platanoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Royal Red') is the gold-standard purple-leaved Norway maple, holding dramatic burgundy-to-near-black foliage from spring leaf-out clear through fall. Few trees make a stronger architectural statement, and this one is tough as nails — adaptable to clay, compacted soil, and tough urban sites, and hardy through USDA zone 4. Whether you want a bold focal point in a Plymouth front yard, a striking contrast tree against a light-colored home in Edina, or a hardy, low-fuss shade tree in Burnsville, Royal Red commands attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoyal Red Norway Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer platanoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Royal Red'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Red Norway Maple, Purple Norway Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–45 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–35 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 1–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) — best foliage color in full sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall once established; quite adaptable to dry spells.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, compacted, and urban soils. Prefers well-drained loam but handles tough sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — deep burgundy to near-black, holds color all season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReddish bronze\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — native to Europe. A tough, widely planted ornamental; casts dense shade and has shallow roots, so plan placement accordingly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoyal Red Norway Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBold-Color Focal Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep purple canopy makes Royal Red an instant lawn centerpiece, holding its dramatic color all summer rather than fading to green like lesser purple maples. It reads especially well against light brick, siding, or a backdrop of green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough Urban and Clay-Site Shade Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorway maples earned their reputation for toughness, tolerating compacted, clay, and urban soils that defeat fussier trees. Royal Red is a dependable, low-maintenance shade tree for hard sites in Bloomington and Burnsville where you also want standout color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContrast and Accent Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts uniform shape and saturated foliage make it a strong accent in larger landscapes. Because it casts dense shade and has shallow, competitive roots, give it an open spot rather than expecting lawn or perennials to thrive directly beneath it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Royal Red Norway Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Royal Red Norway Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for clay hardpan — if water pools and won't drain, break through the clay layer or mound-plant slightly to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance; keep it away from spots where you want lawn or garden directly beneath, since it shades and roots heavily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Royal Red Norway Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Royal Red is very low-maintenance and quite drought-tolerant, needing supplemental water mainly during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Royal Red Norway Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the purple color last all summer?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — that's Royal Red's main advantage. It holds deep burgundy foliage from spring through fall, where many purple-leaf maples green up by midsummer. Color is richest in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Norway maple is native to Europe. It's a tough, widely planted ornamental. Because it casts dense shade and has shallow, competitive roots, place it where you don't need lawn or a garden directly underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay and urban soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — exceptionally well. Norway maples handle compacted, clay, and tough city soils better than most shade trees, which is a big part of their popularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow grass under it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Not easily. Its dense canopy and shallow roots make the ground beneath dry and shady, so plan for mulch or shade-tolerant groundcover rather than turf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a narrow, columnar purple-leaf Norway maple for tighter spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmerald Lustre Norway Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough green-leaf Norway maple with glossy foliage and golden fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing native-type maple with brilliant orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, salt- and clay-tolerant maple for boulevards and hard sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a native sugar maple selected for fiery scarlet-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Royal Red Norway Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Red is a bold specimen — one is usually the right number for a typical yard, with 25–30 feet of clear width so the rounded crown develops evenly. On a larger property, a staggered pair set 30 feet apart frames a long driveway dramatically. Avoid mass planting; the saturated purple color works best as an accent against green, not as a wall of dark foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoyal Red Norway Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of small yellow flowers appear with leaf-out — an early nectar stop for bees — followed by glossy new leaves that emerge deep burgundy from the start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The signature season — a dense canopy of burgundy-to-near-black foliage that holds its color through August instead of fading green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves turn reddish bronze before dropping, a quieter finish than the fiery native maples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A uniform, rounded silhouette with stout gray branches — wrap young trunks against sunscald and buck rub the first two winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crimson-sentry-maple\"\u003eCrimson Sentry Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the same purple-leaf look in a narrow column for the tight side of the lot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/emerald-lustre-norway-maple\"\u003eEmerald Lustre Norway Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a glossy green Norway maple that makes Royal Red's burgundy pop by contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — brilliant orange-red fall color to carry the show after Royal Red's bronze finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/inferno-sugar-maple\"\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a native sugar maple with fiery scarlet fall color for the open lawn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Royal Red Norway Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Red thrives in full sun — which keeps the foliage richly purple — and handles clay, compacted, and urban soils that defeat fussier trees, with good drought tolerance once established. Give it 30 feet of width and an open spot where nothing needs to grow underneath. It's not a fit if you want lawn or a garden under the canopy (dense shade plus shallow, competitive roots), or if you're planting a native-focused landscape — it's a European species, so choose a red or sugar maple instead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"1.75\"BB","offer_id":54260806844721,"sku":"GT-T0338","price":370.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260806877489,"sku":"GT-T0340","price":452.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\"BB","offer_id":54260806910257,"sku":"GT-T0342","price":493.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/royal-red-norway-maple.jpg?v=1779426693"},{"product_id":"scarlet-jewell-red-maple","title":"Scarlet Jewell Red Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Red Maple That Turns Scarlet First Each Minnesota Fall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bailcraig') is a Bailey Nurseries introduction selected for early, brilliant scarlet fall color and a tidy, rounded-oval crown. It colors up weeks ahead of most other red maples, stretching out the autumn show, and its slightly more compact size suits smaller Twin Cities lots. Hardy through USDA zone 4 and tolerant of a wide range of soils — including wetter ground where many trees sulk — it's an easy, dependable shade tree. Whether you're planting a front-yard specimen in St. Paul, a boulevard tree in Minneapolis, or a fast fall-color accent in Woodbury, Scarlet Jewell delivers early and reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bailcraig' (SCARLET JEWELL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple, Red Maple, Swamp Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25–35 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast — about 1.5–2.5 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light afternoon shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wet or poorly drained sites better than most shade trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Prefers slightly acidic, moist loam but tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground. Can show leaf yellowing (chlorosis) in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — drops in fall after an early, brilliant scarlet display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant scarlet — turns earlier than most red maples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and across eastern North America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEarly Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarlet Jewell's claim to fame is timing — it ignites brilliant scarlet weeks before neighboring maples, extending the fall display on your property. Planted alone in a front lawn, it's the first tree on the block to turn and one of the most striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShade Tree for Smaller Lots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a mature 40–50 feet tall and a tidier 25–35 feet wide, Scarlet Jewell fits Twin Cities yards that can't accommodate a full-size maple. It's a great fast-establishing replacement for ash trees lost to emerald ash borer on tighter properties in Bloomington and Maplewood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoulevard and Street Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts rounded, uniform crown and tolerance of urban soil make it a clean boulevard tree, though it's best kept back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other red maples (also called swamp maple), Scarlet Jewell thrives in the soggy, poorly drained corners of a property where other shade trees struggle — handy for rain-garden edges and low spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Scarlet Jewell Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Scarlet Jewell Red Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Scarlet Jewell tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 20–30 feet of clearance; space a row or allee 25–35 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Scarlet Jewell Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Scarlet Jewell largely cares for itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Scarlet Jewell Red Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately fast — roughly 1.5–2.5 feet per year in good Minnesota soil with adequate moisture, a bit quicker than a sugar maple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Red maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and throughout eastern North America. 'Bailcraig' is a Bailey Nurseries selection bred for early, reliable scarlet fall color and a tidy form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than most shade trees. Its wild ancestor grows in swampy bottomlands, so it tolerates heavy clay-loam and wet ground. In very alkaline soil it can show leaf yellowing, which a slightly acidic amendment helps prevent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant it near the road?\u003c\/strong\u003e It makes a fine boulevard tree and handles urban soil, but keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a larger, fast-growing red maple with brilliant, dependable orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Minnesota-bred red maple selected for extreme cold-hardiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a native sugar maple selected for fiery scarlet-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, salt- and clay-tolerant maple for boulevards and hard sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRiver Birch\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing, peeling-bark native that also thrives in wet, low spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Scarlet Jewell Red Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne Scarlet Jewell anchors a typical yard — give a single specimen 20–30 feet of clearance from buildings and other large trees. For a driveway row or property-line allee, space trees 25–35 feet on center (a 100-foot run takes 4 trees at 30-foot spacing). Pairing it with a later-turning maple like Red Sunset stretches the scarlet season across a full month.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScarlet Jewell Red Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small red flowers stud the bare branches in early April — valuable first forage for emerging bees — followed by clean green leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tidy rounded-oval canopy adds up to 2.5 feet a year and casts dependable shade without outgrowing a smaller lot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The headline — brilliant scarlet weeks before other red maples turn, making it the first show on the block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth silver-gray bark and a symmetrical crown stand cleanly against the snow; wrap young trunks against sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — turns orange-red later than Scarlet Jewell, extending the fall display across weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northwood-red-maple\"\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the Minnesota-bred sibling for the coldest, most exposed corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/inferno-sugar-maple\"\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — fiery native sugar maple for the drier, sweeter ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/river-birch\"\u003eRiver Birch\u003c\/a\u003e — peeling cinnamon bark and the same love of moist low spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Scarlet Jewell Red Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarlet Jewell thrives in full sun and moist, slightly acidic soil, handles clay and wet low spots well, and its 25–35 foot spread fits lots too tight for a full-size maple. If early, brilliant fall color is the goal, this is the tree. Keep it clear of overhead wires and the heaviest road-salt spray, and wrap the young trunk the first winters. It's not a fit if your soil is strongly alkaline — expect chlorotic yellowing — or you need a tree under 30 feet at maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"2\"BB STG25","offer_id":54260806943025,"sku":"GT-T0580","price":397.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\"BB","offer_id":54260806975793,"sku":"GT-T0581","price":466.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/scarlet-jewell-red-maple.jpg?v=1779426694"},{"product_id":"fall-fiesta-sugar-maple","title":"Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Native Sugar Maple With a Three-Color Minnesota Fall Show\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFall Fiesta Sugar Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bailsta') is a Bailey Nurseries selection of our native sugar maple, prized for an outstanding multi-color autumn display that blends vivid yellow, orange, and red across the same canopy. Its glossy, scorch-resistant summer foliage and strong oval-rounded form make it a standout shade tree from spring through frost, and it's hardy through USDA zone 4. Whether you're planting a photogenic specimen in Edina, a long-lived shade tree in Eden Prairie, or a native-canopy anchor in Maple Grove, Fall Fiesta puts on the best fall show on the block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFall Fiesta Sugar Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bailsta' (FALL FIESTA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Fiesta Sugar Maple, Sugar Maple, Hard Maple, Rock Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–60 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 1–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Appreciates consistent moisture; glossy foliage resists summer scorch better than the species.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers deep, well-drained loam. Tolerates clay-loam but dislikes compacted, soggy, or salty soil — give it good drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — glossy dark-green summer leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-color — vivid yellow, orange, and red blended in one canopy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow — keep away from heavy road-salt spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSugar maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to Minnesota and much of eastern North America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFall Fiesta Sugar Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShowpiece Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFall Fiesta exists for one reason: the autumn display. A single tree in a front lawn glows with yellow, orange, and red all at once, making it the most photographed tree on the street every October. The reliable grafted color beats the lottery of seedling sugar maples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNative and Woodland Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a true Minnesota native, sugar maple anchors our hardwood forests, so Fall Fiesta blends seamlessly into native and naturalized landscapes. It's an excellent long-lived shade tree for larger Twin Cities properties and wooded lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStately Shade and Allee Trees\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong oval-rounded crown casts deep, even shade at maturity and lines a long drive handsomely in matched plantings. Give it room and good drainage and it will outlive the people who planted it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw. Sugar maples especially benefit from the lower transplant stress of these cooler windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrioritize drainage — sugar maples resent wet feet and compacted soil, so if water pools in the hole, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 30–35 feet of clearance from buildings and other large trees; space an allee 35–40 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Fall Fiesta needs supplemental water mainly during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells. Consistent moisture yields the best growth and the most vivid fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e At a moderate pace — roughly 1–2 feet per year in good Minnesota soil. Sugar maples are steady, long-lived growers rather than fast ones, but they reward patience with a stately, durable tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Sugar maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a true Minnesota native. 'Bailsta' is a Bailey Nurseries selection chosen for its dependable three-color fall display and glossy, scorch-resistant foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay and salt?\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles clay-loam where drainage is decent, but sugar maples dislike compacted, soggy ground and have low salt tolerance — keep Fall Fiesta out of heavy road-salt zones and improve drainage on tight clay sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from a red maple?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sugar maples like Fall Fiesta are slower, longer-lived, and fussier about drainage and salt, with classic hard-maple wood and a richer multi-color fall. Red maples (like Red Sunset) grow faster and handle wetter, tougher sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a sugar maple selected for the most intense, fiery scarlet-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heat- and scorch-tougher sugar maple with dependable orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a faster-growing maple with brilliant orange-red fall color that also handles wetter sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, salt- and clay-tolerant maple for boulevards and hard urban sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthern Red Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e — a stately native shade tree with rich red fall color for large properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Fall Fiesta Sugar Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFall Fiesta is a large specimen shade tree, not a hedge plant — one tree is usually the right answer for a typical Twin Cities lot. Give a single specimen 30–35 feet of clearance from your house, driveway, and other large trees so its 35–40-foot crown can develop evenly. On acreage, plant a grove or allee at 35–40 feet on center; for a faster-closing native canopy mix, alternate it with northern red oak at the same spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFall Fiesta Sugar Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small greenish-yellow flowers appear in April before the leaves — an early pollen source for bees — followed by clean, glossy dark-green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense oval-rounded canopy casts deep, cooling shade; the glossy leaves resist the leaf scorch that bothers ordinary seedling sugar maples in hot, dry stretches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The headline act — vivid yellow, orange, and red blended in one canopy, typically peaking early-to-mid October in the Twin Cities and outshining single-color maples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong oval silhouette, sturdy gray-brown bark, and classic hard-maple branch structure stand up well to snow and ice loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/green-mountain-sugar-maple\"\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a tougher, scorch-resistant sugar maple companion for a varied native canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — faster-growing maple that fills the wetter spots Fall Fiesta can't take.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/state-street-miyabe-maple\"\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — handles the salty boulevard zone so Fall Fiesta can stay safely back in the yard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-red-oak\"\u003eNorthern Red Oak\u003c\/a\u003e — a fellow Minnesota native whose deep-red fall color layers beautifully against Fall Fiesta's blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Fall Fiesta if you have full sun, deep well-drained soil, and room for a 50–60-foot shade tree that will anchor your landscape for generations — it's the best multi-color fall display you can plant in zone 4. It's not a fit if your site has compacted or soggy clay, sits in a heavy road-salt zone, or you need fast results: this is a steady, long-game tree.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"1.75\"BB","offer_id":54260807008561,"sku":"GT-T0639","price":439.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260807041329,"sku":"GT-T0640","price":480.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\"BB","offer_id":54260807074097,"sku":"GT-T0650","price":535.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\"BB","offer_id":54260807106865,"sku":"GT-T0651","price":589.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/fall-fiesta-sugar-maple.jpg?v=1779426699"},{"product_id":"green-mountain-sugar-maple","title":"Green Mountain Sugar Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Scorch-Resistant Native Sugar Maple for Tough Minnesota Summers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Green Mountain') is a heat- and drought-tolerant selection of our native sugar maple. Its thick, dark-green, leathery summer leaves resist the leaf scorch that plagues ordinary sugar maples in hot, dry spells, and it builds a handsome oval-pyramidal crown around a strong central leader. Hardy all the way to USDA zone 3, it ends the season in a dependable orange-red to red blaze. Whether you're planting a stately lawn specimen in Plymouth, a long-lived shade tree in Eden Prairie, or a native-canopy restoration in Maple Grove, Green Mountain is one of the toughest sugar maples you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Green Mountain'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple, Sugar Maple, Hard Maple, Rock Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–60 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–45 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 1–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Appreciates consistent moisture but tolerates heat and dry spells better than the species thanks to its scorch-resistant foliage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers deep, well-drained loam. Tolerates clay-loam but dislikes compacted, soggy, or salty soil — give it good drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — thick, leathery, dark-green leaves that resist summer scorch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDependable orange-red to red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 3 — among the hardiest sugar maples available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow — keep away from heavy road-salt spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSugar maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to Minnesota and much of eastern North America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLong-Lived Lawn and Shade Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Mountain's symmetrical oval-pyramidal form and dense canopy make it a classic front- or back-yard shade tree that just gets better with age. The leathery foliage stays clean and dark green through hot July weather when lesser sugar maples brown at the edges, then turns a reliable orange-red in fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNative and Restoration Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a true Minnesota native, sugar maple is a backbone of our hardwood forests, and Green Mountain slots naturally into native and naturalized landscapes. It's a strong choice for re-establishing canopy on larger Twin Cities properties and wooded lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAllee and Boulevard Plantings on Wide Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong central leader and uniform crown line a long drive or wide right-of-way handsomely in matched plantings. Give it room and good drainage, and keep it away from the heaviest road-salt zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Green Mountain Sugar Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw. Sugar maples especially benefit from the lower transplant stress of these cooler windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Green Mountain Sugar Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrioritize drainage — sugar maples resent wet feet and compacted soil, so if water pools in the hole, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 30–35 feet of clearance from buildings and other large trees; space an allee 35–40 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Green Mountain Sugar Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Green Mountain is more drought-tolerant than most sugar maples but still appreciates a deep soak during extended dry spells (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days when needed and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Green Mountain Sugar Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is among the hardiest sugar maples you can plant, fully at home in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e At a moderate pace — roughly 1–2 feet per year in good Minnesota soil. Sugar maples are steady, long-lived growers; Green Mountain rewards patience with a stately, durable shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Sugar maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a true Minnesota native and a cornerstone of our hardwood forests. 'Green Mountain' is a selected cultivar bred for heat and drought tolerance and scorch-resistant foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay and salt?\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles clay-loam where drainage is decent, but sugar maples dislike compacted, soggy ground and have low salt tolerance — keep Green Mountain out of heavy road-salt zones and improve drainage on tight clay sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from Inferno Sugar Maple?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are excellent native sugar maples. Inferno is selected for the most intense scarlet-red fall color, while Green Mountain is prized for its heat- and scorch-resistant leathery foliage and slightly hardier zone-3 rating, finishing orange-red to red in fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a sugar maple selected for the most intense, fiery scarlet-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a faster-growing maple with brilliant orange-red fall color that also handles wetter sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, salt- and clay-tolerant maple for boulevards and hard urban sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthern Red Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e — a stately native shade tree with rich red fall color for large properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkyline Honeylocust\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fine-textured shade tree with golden fall color and light, dappled shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Green Mountain Sugar Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne specimen anchors a typical lot — give it 30–35 feet of clearance from buildings and other large trees for its 35–45-foot mature crown. For an allee or wide boulevard, plant 35–40 feet on center; a 200-foot drive takes 5–6 trees per side. On acreage, mix it with northern red oak at the same spacing for a classic Minnesota hardwood canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenish-yellow flowers dangle from bare branches in April — early forage for bees — followed by thick, dark, leathery new foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The leathery leaves stay clean and dark green through July heat that browns ordinary sugar maples; the dense oval-pyramidal crown casts deep shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dependable orange-red to red color, typically peaking early-to-mid October — a more uniform, redder finish than seedling sugar maples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong central leader and furrowed gray bark give a classic hard-maple silhouette that handles snow and ice loads well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fall-fiesta-sugar-maple\"\u003eFall Fiesta Sugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the multi-color sibling; plant both for contrasting sugar-maple fall displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a faster maple that covers the wetter ground Green Mountain avoids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/state-street-miyabe-maple\"\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — takes the salty curbside duty so your sugar maple can stay back from the road.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-red-oak\"\u003eNorthern Red Oak\u003c\/a\u003e — a fellow native canopy tree whose deep red layers behind Green Mountain's orange-red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Green Mountain Sugar Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Green Mountain if you want the most heat- and drought-tough native sugar maple — ideal for full sun, deep well-drained soil, and anyone planting a generational shade tree on an exposed site. It's not a fit for compacted or soggy clay, heavy road-salt zones, or impatient gardeners — at 1–2 feet a year, this is a long-game tree.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"1.75\"BB","offer_id":54260807139633,"sku":"GT-T0719","price":439.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260807172401,"sku":"GT-T0720","price":466.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\"BB","offer_id":54260807205169,"sku":"GT-T0730","price":548.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3\"BB","offer_id":54260807237937,"sku":"GT-T0733","price":589.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/green-mountain-sugar-maple.jpg?v=1779426692"},{"product_id":"inferno-sugar-maple","title":"Inferno Sugar Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Native Sugar Maple That Sets Minnesota Yards on Fire in Fall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInferno Sugar Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e 'JFS-Caddo2') is a J. Frank Schmidt selection of our native sugar maple, bred for an intensely brilliant scarlet-red fall display and improved heat and drought tolerance. The fiery crown lights up October landscapes from clear across the block, and the strong, upright-oval form makes a stately long-term shade tree. Cold-hardy through USDA zone 4, it's built for the Upper Midwest. Whether you're planting a dramatic front-yard specimen in Edina, a fall-color statement tree in Minnetonka, or an allee along a long drive in Lakeville, Inferno delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInferno Sugar Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e 'JFS-Caddo2' (INFERNO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInferno Sugar Maple, Sugar Maple, Hard Maple, Rock Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–60 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 1–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Prefers consistent moisture; this Caddo-provenance selection handles heat and dry spells better than typical sugar maple.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers deep, well-drained loam. Tolerates clay-loam but dislikes compacted, poorly drained, or salty soil — give it good drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — classic sugar-maple leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant, reliable scarlet-red — more intense than seedling sugar maples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow — keep away from heavy road-salt spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSugar maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to Minnesota and much of eastern North America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInferno Sugar Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFront-Yard Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Inferno's moment to shine. Planted alone in a front lawn, it becomes the brightest tree on the street every October, glowing a uniform scarlet-red while seedling sugar maples vary from yellow to orange. The reliable grafted color is the whole point of the selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNative and Woodland Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSugar maple is a true Minnesota native and a backbone of our hardwood forests, so Inferno fits naturally into native and naturalized landscapes. It's an excellent long-lived shade tree for larger properties and a strong choice for restoring canopy in established Twin Cities neighborhoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStately Shade and Allee Trees\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its strong upright-oval form and dense canopy, Inferno makes outstanding deep shade at maturity and lines a long drive beautifully in matched plantings. Give it room — it's a large, long-term tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Inferno Sugar Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw. Sugar maples especially appreciate the lower transplant stress of these cooler windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Inferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrioritize drainage — sugar maples resent wet feet and compacted soil, so if water pools in the hole, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 30–35 feet of clearance from buildings and other large trees; space an allee 35–40 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Inferno Sugar Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Inferno needs supplemental water mainly during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells. Consistent moisture produces the best growth and the most vivid fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Inferno Sugar Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's rated to USDA zone 4 and is reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e At a moderate pace — roughly 1–2 feet per year in good Minnesota soil. Sugar maples are steady rather than fast growers, but they're long-lived, stately trees well worth the wait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Sugar maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a true Minnesota native and a cornerstone of our hardwood forests. 'JFS-Caddo2' is a selected cultivar bred from a southern (Caddo) provenance for more reliable scarlet fall color and better heat and drought tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay and salt?\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles clay-loam if drainage is decent, but sugar maples dislike compacted, soggy soil and have low salt tolerance — keep Inferno out of heavy road-salt zones and improve drainage on tight clay sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between this and a red maple?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sugar maples like Inferno are slower, longer-lived, and more particular about drainage and salt, with classic hard-maple wood and scarlet fall color. Red maples (like Red Sunset) grow faster and tolerate wetter, tougher sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heat- and drought-tougher sugar maple with dependable orange-gold fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a faster-growing maple with brilliant orange-red fall color that also handles wetter sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, salt- and clay-tolerant maple for boulevards and hard urban sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthern Red Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e — a stately native shade tree with rich red fall color for large properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkyline Honeylocust\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fine-textured shade tree with golden fall color and light, dappled shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Inferno Sugar Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInferno is a large specimen shade tree — one is a front-yard statement, and most suburban lots have room for exactly one. Give a single tree 30–35 feet of clearance from your house, driveway, and other large trees. For an allee along a long rural drive, space trees 35–40 feet apart; a 200-foot drive takes about 5–6 trees per side. Don't mass them in small yards — the 35–40-foot mature spread needs room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInferno Sugar Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subtle chartreuse-yellow flowers in early May feed early pollinators before the classic five-lobed leaves unfold into a dense green canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep-green, heat-resistant Caddo foliage holds its color through hot, dry spells that scorch ordinary sugar maples; the dense crown casts cool, full shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The main event — a uniform, brilliant scarlet-red blaze in October, more intense and more reliable than seedling sugar maples that drift yellow-orange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong upright-oval silhouette with sturdy branch architecture that sheds snow well; the hard-maple wood resists storm breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Shade-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/green-mountain-sugar-maple\"\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a companion sugar maple with orange-gold fall color for a two-tone October show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — faster-growing red fall color for the wetter spots Inferno won't tolerate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/state-street-miyabe-maple\"\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — the salt-tough maple for the boulevard strip where Inferno can't go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-red-oak\"\u003eNorthern Red Oak\u003c\/a\u003e — a fellow Minnesota native canopy tree with russet-red fall color and wildlife value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Inferno Sugar Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Inferno if you have a larger lot with deep, well-drained soil, full sun to light shade, and you want the most brilliant, dependable scarlet fall color a native shade tree can deliver — it even tolerates the light shade of neighboring trees while young. It's not a fit if your site is compacted, soggy, or hit by heavy road-salt spray: sugar maples have low salt tolerance and resent wet feet, so pick Red Sunset Red Maple or State Street Miyabe Maple for those spots instead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260808614193,"sku":"GT-T0736","price":480.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/inferno-sugar-maple.jpg?v=1779426694"},{"product_id":"state-street-miyabe-maple","title":"State Street Miyabe Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Tough, Salt-Tolerant Street Maple for Minnesota Boulevards\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer miyabei\u003c\/em\u003e 'Morton') is a Morton Arboretum introduction of the rare Miyabe maple — a remarkably tough, urban-tolerant tree that thrives in the alkaline, compacted, and salty soils where Norway and red maples often struggle. It forms a dense, uniform oval crown of clean dark-green leaves that turn golden yellow in fall, and it's hardy through USDA zone 4. Whether you're lining a boulevard in Minneapolis, replacing a lost ash on a tight street strip in St. Paul, or planting a dependable shade tree in a new Woodbury subdivision, State Street is built for hard sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer miyabei\u003c\/em\u003e 'Morton' (STATE STREET)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple, Miyabe Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–50 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — about 1–2 feet per year in Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall once established; appreciates consistent moisture while young.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExceptionally adaptable — tolerates alkaline (high-pH), compacted, and clay soils that defeat many maples. Prefers deep, well-drained loam but handles tough urban ground.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — clean dark-green leaves, dense oval crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliably hardy through USDA zone 4 — proven in Twin Cities winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood — one of the better maples for road-salt and boulevard exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot native — the species is native to Japan; 'Morton' is a hardy Morton Arboretum (Illinois) selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoulevard and Street Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the use State Street was bred for. Its tolerance of compacted, alkaline, salt-laden soil and its tidy, uniform oval crown make it one of the best maples for Twin Cities boulevards and parking-lot islands. It holds up where Norway and red maples decline, and its predictable shape lines a street beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough-Site Shade Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the hard corners of a property — heavy clay, high-pH fill soil near a foundation, or a hot west-facing lot — State Street delivers reliable shade where fussier trees fail. It's an excellent emerald-ash-borer replacement on difficult ground in Bloomington and Eden Prairie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFormal and Repeated Plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the crown is so uniform, State Street works well in matched pairs flanking a drive or in an allee where consistency matters. The golden-yellow fall color reads cleanly against brick and stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant State Street Miyabe Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting in heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant State Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for clay hardpan — if water pools and won't drain, break through the clay layer or mound-plant slightly to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't build a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't grow beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–30 feet of clearance; space a boulevard row or allee 30–40 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering State Street Miyabe Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established State Street is low-maintenance, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). Soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days during dry spells and let natural rainfall handle the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill State Street Miyabe Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's rated to USDA zone 4 and has proven reliably hardy in Twin Cities winters. Wrap the young trunk the first winter to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e At a moderate pace — roughly 1–2 feet per year in good Minnesota soil. It's not as fast as a red maple, but it trades speed for toughness and a far more uniform, dependable form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — the Miyabe maple species is native to Japan. 'Morton' is a cold-hardy selection from the Morton Arboretum in Illinois, chosen specifically for tough Midwest urban conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it tolerate clay and high-pH soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — better than most maples. State Street was selected for exactly these conditions and handles alkaline, compacted Twin Cities clay-loam that causes leaf yellowing in red and Norway maples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant it near the road with salt spray?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. State Street is one of the more salt-tolerant maples, which is a big part of why it's such a strong boulevard and street-side choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing maple with brilliant, reliable orange-red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a sugar maple selected for fiery orange-red fall color and strong upright form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heat- and drought-tougher sugar maple with dependable orange-gold fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkyline Honeylocust\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, fine-textured shade tree that also handles compacted urban soil and casts light, dappled shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwamp White Oak\u003c\/strong\u003e — a durable, clay- and moisture-tolerant native shade tree for hard sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many State Street Miyabe Maple Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eState Street is a specimen and street tree. Give a single tree 25–30 feet of clearance from buildings and other large trees so the uniform oval crown develops evenly. For a boulevard row or allee — where its consistency really shines — space trees 30–40 feet on center; a matched pair flanking a driveway looks best at 30+ feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small yellow-green flowers appear with the emerging leaves as the dense oval crown leafs out cleanly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tidy canopy of dark-green foliage stays healthy through heat, drought, and compacted urban soil — no mid-summer yellowing like stressed Norway or red maples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dependable golden-yellow color that reads beautifully against brick and stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A uniform, well-balanced branch structure with corky-textured bark on maturing trunks — handsome and storm-resistant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Salt-Tolerant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Shade-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-sunset-red-maple\"\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — fast orange-red fall color to contrast State Street's gold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/inferno-sugar-maple\"\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — fiery upright sugar maple for the better soil elsewhere on the lot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/skyline-honeylocust\"\u003eSkyline Honeylocust\u003c\/a\u003e — fine-textured partner that handles the same compacted urban ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/swamp-white-oak\"\u003eSwamp White Oak\u003c\/a\u003e — durable native for the wetter, heavier corners of a hard site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs State Street Miyabe Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose State Street for the tough spots — alkaline or compacted clay, road-salt exposure, hot boulevard strips — where you still want a true maple with a clean, uniform crown and golden fall color. It's not a fit if you're after blazing red autumn color or the fastest possible shade: it turns gold, not red, and grows at a moderate 1–2 feet a year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"1.75\"BB","offer_id":54260808646961,"sku":"GT-T0191.3","price":397.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260808679729,"sku":"GT-T0191.5","price":425.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\"BB","offer_id":54260808712497,"sku":"GT-T0192","price":480.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\"BB","offer_id":54260808745265,"sku":"GT-T0192.2","price":535.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/state-street-miyabe-maple.jpg?v=1779426693"},{"product_id":"red-sunset-red-maple","title":"Red Sunset Red Maple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Red Maple Built for Brilliant Minnesota Fall Color\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Franksred') is widely considered the most reliable red maple cultivar for dependable fall color in the Upper Midwest. It grows fast, forms a clean upright-oval canopy, and adapts to a wide range of soils — including the heavier, wetter spots where many shade trees struggle. Cold-hardy to USDA zone 3, it shrugs off Minnesota winters once established. Whether you're planting a fast-growing shade tree in Maple Grove, a boulevard street tree in St. Paul, or a single brilliant lawn specimen in Edina, Red Sunset gets the job done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Franksred' (RED SUNSET)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple, Red Sunset Maple, Swamp Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45–60 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–45 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast — 2–3 feet per year in Minnesota once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs); tolerates light afternoon shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate. Tolerates average rainfall and handles wet or poorly drained sites better than most shade trees.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–9 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — exceptionally cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable. Prefers slightly acidic, moist loam but tolerates Minnesota clay-loam and wet ground. Can show leaf yellowing (chlorosis) in very high-pH soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — drops in fall after a brilliant orange-red display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable, brilliant orange-red — earlier and more dependable than seedling red maples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -30°F once established — one of the hardiest shade trees we sell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerately deer-resistant; protect the trunk from buck rub the first 2 winters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and across eastern North America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast-Growing Shade Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Sunset is one of the quickest ways to put real shade over a Twin Cities yard, adding 2–3 feet a year and forming a broad oval canopy 45–60 feet tall. It is an excellent replacement for ash trees lost to emerald ash borer, filling the gap far faster than an oak. Pair it with shade-tolerant underplantings once the canopy matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoulevard and Street Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong central leader, clean branching, and tolerance of compacted urban soil make Red Sunset a go-to boulevard tree in Minneapolis and St. Paul. It handles the tougher growing conditions of a street strip better than sugar maple, though it is best kept back from the heaviest road-salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrilliant Fall-Color Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted alone in a front lawn, Red Sunset becomes the centerpiece of the block every October, turning a uniform, brilliant orange-red weeks before many other maples color up. The reliable, grafted color is the whole reason this cultivar exists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWet and Low-Lying Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso called swamp maple, \u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e naturally grows in wet bottomlands, so Red Sunset thrives in the soggy, poorly drained corners of a property where most shade trees sulk — a useful trait for rain-garden edges and low spots in Woodbury and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Red Sunset Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full growing season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Aim to get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes — typically mid-November in the Twin Cities. Avoid mid-summer planting during heat and humidity, and never plant after mid-October or before the ground has thawed in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Red Sunset Red Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig wide, not deep — 2–3x the root ball width but only as deep as the ball is tall, so the root flare sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck drainage — Red Sunset tolerates wet soil, but if water pools and never drains, break through any clay hardpan or mound-plant slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the native soil mixed with 20–30% compost; don't create a pure-compost \"container\" the roots won't leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing — give a single specimen 25–35 feet of clearance from buildings and other large trees; space a row or allee 30–40 feet apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a 3–4 inch watering ring to direct water to the roots, then flatten it before winter so it doesn't trap ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch with 2–3 inches of shredded bark or wood chips in a wide ring, kept 2 inches off the trunk. Never use gravel mulch in Minnesota — it doesn't insulate roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Red Sunset Red Maple in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply and slowly every 1–2 days. Month 1–2: every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: every 5–7 days during active growth, easing off when rainfall is adequate (the Twin Cities average about 3 inches a month from June through August). \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October — so the tree doesn't push tender growth heading into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Red Sunset largely takes care of itself, needing supplemental water only during extended droughts (two-plus weeks with no rain and temps above 80°F). When you do water, soak deeply to 8–12 inches every 7–14 days and let natural rainfall do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Red Sunset Red Maple survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — easily. It's rated to USDA zone 3 and is reliably hardy well below -30°F once established, making it one of the toughest shade trees for the Twin Cities. In the first winter, wrap the young trunk to prevent sunscald and buck rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow here?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast for a shade tree — about 2–3 feet per year in good Minnesota soil with adequate moisture. Growth is naturally a bit slower than in southern climates because of our shorter season, but Red Sunset is among the quickest large maples you can plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Red maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to eastern and southeastern Minnesota and throughout eastern North America. 'Franksred' is a selected cultivar bred for more reliable, brilliant fall color than wild seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle clay and wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Red Sunset is more tolerant of heavy clay-loam and wet, poorly drained ground than most shade trees — its wild ancestor grows in swampy bottomlands. In very alkaline (high-pH) soil it can show leaf yellowing, which a slightly acidic amendment helps prevent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant it near the road or driveway?\u003c\/strong\u003e It makes a fine boulevard tree and tolerates urban soil, but keep it back from the heaviest direct road-salt spray, which red maples don't love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a sugar maple selected for fiery orange-red fall color and a strong upright form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Mountain Sugar Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heat- and drought-tougher sugar maple with dependable orange-gold fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState Street Miyabe Maple\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, clay- and urban-tolerant maple with clean golden fall color, ideal for boulevards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRiver Birch\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing, peeling-bark native that also thrives in wet, low spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkyline Honeylocust\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fine-textured shade tree with golden fall color and light, dappled shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Red Sunset Red Maples Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Sunset is a full-size shade tree — one is usually enough to anchor a typical Twin Cities front yard. Give a single specimen 25–35 feet of clearance from the house, driveway, and other large trees. For a property-line row or driveway allee on acreage, space trees 30–40 feet on center (a 120-foot line takes 4 trees at 40-foot spacing). Don't crowd it — the 35–45 foot canopy needs room to develop its full oval form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Sunset Red Maple Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of small red flowers line the bare branches in early April — among the first pollen sources for emerging native bees — followed by red-tinted samaras and fresh green leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dense, broad oval canopy of clean green foliage grows 2–3 feet a year and throws real, picnic-worthy shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The signature show — a uniform blaze of brilliant orange-red that colors up weeks before most other maples and holds for a long stretch of October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth silver-gray bark and a strong, symmetrical branch structure stand out handsomely against the snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/inferno-sugar-maple\"\u003eInferno Sugar Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — fiery sugar-maple color on drier ground while Red Sunset takes the moist spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/river-birch\"\u003eRiver Birch\u003c\/a\u003e — a fellow wet-soil lover whose peeling cinnamon bark contrasts beautifully in the same low corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/skyline-honeylocust\"\u003eSkyline Honeylocust\u003c\/a\u003e — light, dappled shade and golden fall color that complements Red Sunset's dense red canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northwood-red-maple\"\u003eNorthwood Red Maple\u003c\/a\u003e — a Minnesota-bred red maple sibling for a coordinated, staggered fall display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Red Sunset Red Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Sunset thrives in full sun and moist, slightly acidic soil, handles heavy clay and wet low spots better than nearly any other shade tree, and laughs at zone 4 winters. You need real space — plan for a 45–60 foot tree with a 35–45 foot spread, well clear of wires and foundations. It's not a fit if your yard is small, your soil is strongly alkaline (chlorosis risk), or the site takes heavy direct road-salt spray — a honeylocust or hackberry handles salt better.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"2\"BB","offer_id":54260808778033,"sku":"GT-T0560","price":452.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5\"BB","offer_id":54260808810801,"sku":"GT-T0570","price":493.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\"BB","offer_id":54260808843569,"sku":"GT-T0571","price":576.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/red-sunset-red-maple.jpg?v=1779426700"}],"url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/collections\/maples.oembed?page=2","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}